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GRINDIT podcast
Episode 537: 1 Corinthians 1 Part 6 God Wants To Partner With You!

GRINDIT podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 38:48


When we studied Titus, Paul talked about the Holy Spirit being poured upon God's people from the depths of God's bosom and he said God gives His spirit “generously,” He gives an endless supply to His people! Why? So we can endure to the end as he leads us. There are people who teach we have nothing to do with our salvation and this is absolute false. Paul says, “and he has invited you into partnership with his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.” Paul is talking to the church in Corinth, the ones he called “holy” at the beginning of the letter. He makes it clear that Jesus has the power to keep us and will keep us, if we keep in partnership with him. It's called free will. If we look at other scriptures, they will support the idea. We will do a deep dive in this podcast...take a listen then share it with others!

Wisdom-Trek ©
Day 2811 – Theology Thursday – Order vs. Dominion: A Key to Understanding the Uniqueness of Yahweh.

Wisdom-Trek ©

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 9:13 Transcription Available


Welcome to Day 2811 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom – Theology Thursday – Order vs. Dominion: A Key to Understanding the Uniqueness of Yahweh. Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2811 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps!   I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2811 of our Trek.   The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. Our current series of Theology Thursday lessons is written by theologian and teacher John Daniels. I have found that his lessons are short, easy to understand, doctrinally sound, and applicable to all who desire to learn more of God's Word. John's lessons can be found on his website   theologyinfive.com.   Today's lesson is titled  Order vs. Dominion: A Key to Understanding the Uniqueness of Yahweh. When comparing Yahweh to the gods of the nations, the real difference is not just in how many gods are worshipped. The deeper contrast is in how Yahweh governs versus how the gods of the nations dominate. A powerful theological distinction emerges when we frame the contrast as order versus dominion. This framework not only clarifies the biblical picture of God, it also exposes the counterfeit authority claimed by pagan gods and spiritual powers. The First Segment is: Yahweh Brings Order, Not Oppression. From the opening lines of Genesis, Yahweh is revealed as the one who brings order out of chaos. The earth is described as tohu va-bohu—formless and void. Yahweh speaks, separates, and structures the world into a functioning cosmos. Light is separated from darkness. Waters are given boundaries. Time is organized into days and seasons. Life is called forth to fill the skies, seas, and land. This act of ordering creation is not about domination. It is about harmony, purpose, and flourishing. Yahweh does not need humans for labor or food. He creates them in His image and entrusts them with stewardship, not servitude. The climax of creation is rest. In the ancient Near East, rest did not mean inactivity. It meant that a god had taken up residence in his temple and was now reigning over the cosmos. Rest meant that the ordered system was functioning as it should under divine rule. Genesis shows Yahweh doing exactly that. He rests because creation is now operating properly, and He begins His reign from within His cosmic temple. This is not a withdrawal from the world, but the moment He takes the throne. The second segment is: Order That Risks Freedom: Yahweh and Free Will. Unlike the gods of the nations, Yahweh does not enforce order through control. He grants His imagers, both human and divine, genuine freedom, even when that freedom may threaten the order He established. This is a critical distinction. Yahweh's order includes moral agency. He trusts His creation enough to let it choose. He allows rebellion, not because He is powerless, but because He is just and relational. Even after Adam and Eve misuse their freedom and bring disorder into the world, Yahweh does not abandon His creation. Instead, He begins a rescue mission that will restore order without removing freedom. The same is true with the rebellious sons of God who distort their assigned roles. He permits their choices but will hold them accountable. The gods of the nations, by contrast, fear freedom. They create humans to serve, to obey, and to bring tribute. Their order is built on forced compliance, and rebellion is punished without mercy or restoration. Yahweh's order is different. It is durable enough to include freedom and gracious enough to offer redemption. The third segment is: The Gods of the Nations: Dominion Through Chaos. In the surrounding ancient worldview, the gods are not creators of peace. They are power-hungry beings who assert dominion through fear, chaos, and manipulation. Baal, for example, conquers the sea god Yam and seizes the throne through violence. In the Enuma Elish, Marduk slays Tiamat and uses her corpse to build the world. Humanity is not made in the image of these gods but to relieve the gods of labor and provide them with offerings. These gods need sacrifices, fear rival deities, and struggle to maintain their position. Their rule is unstable and based on fear, not love. Their authority must be reasserted constantly through demonstrations of strength. Where Yahweh brings peace through structure, the gods of the nations maintain power through disorder. Their dominion is rooted in chaos, not righteousness. The fourth segment is: Biblical Polemic: Yahweh Versus the Corrupt Powers. The Bible deliberately challenges these false powers. Yahweh is not a god of the storm. He is the one who speaks over the storm. In Psalm 29, His voice breaks the cedars and strips the forest bare. His authority is not derived from nature. It commands nature. In Psalm 82, Yahweh stands in judgment over the corrupt spiritual rulers of the nations. These sons of God have failed to uphold justice, and He declares that they will die like men. They were given roles of governance but used them for oppression. Deuteronomy 32 states that the nations were divided according to the number of the sons of God, but Yahweh claimed Israel for Himself. While the other gods sought dominion, Yahweh chose a people for covenant relationship. Isaiah 45 affirms that Yahweh did not create the earth in vain but formed it to be inhabited. He is not a destroyer. He is a sustainer. His rule does not depend on tribute or violence but on truth and righteousness. The fifth segment is: Christ: The Revelation of True Kingship. The clearest expression of Yahweh's rule is found in Christ. His kingdom is not established by force but by sacrifice. He does not dominate. He restores. His miracles bring order where chaos reigned—healing the sick, calming storms, casting out demons. Where false gods take, Christ gives. Where they rule by fear, Christ leads in grace. Where they demand dominion, He offers restoration. He does not eliminate freedom. He redeems it. Christ is the perfect image of Yahweh's kingship, ruling in justice, humility, and power. In Conclusion. In every age, the temptation toward dominion remains strong. Political systems, spiritual ideologies, and even religious institutions often mimic the tactics of the gods of the nations—coercion, control, and fear. But Yahweh's way is different. He brings order without compulsion. He gives freedom even when it risks rebellion. He restores rather than destroys. His goal is not domination but partnership. He entrusts His imagers with real responsibility, and He holds corrupt powers accountable. His kingdom is built not on fear, but on faithfulness. Not on chaos, but on shalom. To follow Yahweh is to reject tyranny and embrace the order that comes from righteousness, mercy, and truth. For additional study, consider the following Discussion Questions. How does the creation account in Genesis contrast with violent creation myths from the ancient Near East? What does the biblical concept of rest reveal about Yahweh's relationship to creation? Why is Yahweh's decision to grant free will significant in understanding divine order? How does Christ's kingship reveal the difference between righteous rule and false dominion? In what ways do modern powers imitate the dominion of the gods of the nations? Join us next Theology Thursday to learn Monotheism Redefined: Returning to the Biblical View. If you found this podcast insightful, please subscribe and leave us a review, then encourage your friends and family to join us and come along tomorrow for another day of  ‘Wisdom-Trek,  Creating a Legacy.'                  Thank you so much for allowing me to be your guide, mentor, and, most importantly,   I am your friend as I serve you through this Wisdom-Trek podcast and journal. As we take this Trek of life together, let us always:                 Liv Abundantly.      Love Unconditionally.              Listen Intentionally.             Learn Continuously.               Lend to others Generously.                 Lead with Integrity.                 Leave a Living Legacy Each Day.              ...

Well Being with Don Oakley
Volitioon and Personal Will

Well Being with Don Oakley

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 21:55


Don's YouTube Channel   Don's Instagram Channel   Don's In-Person Monthly Retreats at Well Being Retreat Centerin Tazewell, Tennessee:    Don's Twice Monthly Zoom Discourses with Q&A:    Happenings at Well Being Retreat Center   Don's Books:  “It's Time to Wake Up Now: The Top Ten Myths that Can Hijack Spiritual Awakening:” Audio Book of “Top Ten Myths” Narrated by Don is also available on Audible “Empty Wisdom: The Subtle Art of Discovering What You Already Are” “The Natural State: Enlightened Living in the Everyday World”   Listen to Don's Twice Monthly Podcasts: On Spotify On Apple On Amazon Subscribe to Don's YouTube Channel    

Impact Nations Podcast
12-1 - Echoes of Eden: The Gift of Hope - Intro to Genesis

Impact Nations Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 65:06


Send a textSeason 12 of the Impact Nations Podcast begins with a new series: Echoes of Eden — a guided journey through Genesis 1–11, the foundational chapters that shape the rest of Scripture.In this opening episode, Tim Stewart and Steve Stewart lay the groundwork for reading Genesis faithfully and wisely: not as a modern science textbook, but as theological history—a Spirit-breathed narrative answering the deepest human questions of origin, purpose, rebellion, and hope.In this episode:Why free choice is real—and why it comes with real costWhy Genesis speaks to meaning in ways science isn't meant toThe structure of Genesis: primeval history (1–11) and patriarchal history (12–50)Why worldview matters when reading ancient textsImago Dei: the dignity of every person as God's image-bearerDominion as stewardship and care—not domination“Seed” as a Genesis motif: fruitfulness, promise, and the first hint of redemption (Gen. 3:15)Connect with Impact NationsWebsite: https://www.impactnations.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impact.nations Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/impactnationsministries YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ImpactNations Email: podcast@impactnations.com#ChristianPodcast #BibleStudyPodcast #Genesis #BookOfGenesis #BiblicalTheology #OldTestament #FaithAndScripture #SpiritualFormation #ImpactNations

BLOOM the Podcast
Mini Series E3: Reformation and Counter-Reformation Doctrines That Divided and Defined Christianity

BLOOM the Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 73:25


Join the show with a TEXT here!We're finally back! After a brief detour through my Sunday school session and a wild episode on racism in the church, we're returning to our series on Reformation and Counter‑Reformation Teachings. In this episode, we turn to a cornerstone of the gospel: the doctrine of grace and the nature of man.We'll examine the fundamentally flawed and unbiblical anthropology affirmed by an Eastern Orthodox council—one that claims not all have sinned and even suggests that many, in fact vast numbers, have never sinned at all. This view undercuts the very need for the gospel. In contrast, we'll look at Cyril Lucaris and the broader Christian witness that echoes Scripture's clear teaching: all stand guilty in Adam, and all desperately need grace.If you're ready for a deep dive, grab a snack, settle in, and enjoy the conversation.

Ascend - The Great Books Podcast
Purgatorio: Envy and Wrath (Cantos 13-17) with Dr. Jessica Hooten Wilson

Ascend - The Great Books Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 92:33


Today on Ascend: The Great Books Podcast, Dcn. Harrison Garlick and Dr. Jessica Hooten Wilson of Pepperdine University discuss cantos 13-17 of Dante's Purgatorio--the purging of envy and wrath. Check out our 51 question and answer guide (35 pages!) to the Purgatorio. Check out our YOUTUBE page which has our episodes in playlists!Dr. Jessica Hooten Wilson joins Deacon Harrison Garlick to discuss Cantos 13–17, covering the terraces of envy (Canto 13) and wrath (Cantos 14–17), with a strong focus on the central discourses in the middle of the Comedy. In Canto 13, the envious have their eyelids sewn shut with iron wire, a contrapasso that forces them to rely on others and recognize interdependence. Wilson explains: “envy is to look cross-eyed on another's blessings... to look askance,” and the disembodied voices proclaim examples of generosity (Cana, “I am Orestes,” “Love them from whom you've suffered evil”), teaching a mindset of abundance over scarcity (Dr. Jessica Hooten Wilson). Sapia humbly confesses her envy and malice, contrasting with the divisive souls in Inferno.Cantos 14–15 transition to wrath, with visions of meekness (Mary and Joseph seeking Jesus, a tyrant sparing a youth, Stephen forgiving his stoners) and Virgil's discourse on goods: exhaustible earthly goods versus inexhaustible spiritual ones. Wilson notes: “envy stems from a mindset of scarcity versus Mary's mindset of abundance... able to supply where it looks like there's not enough in the world” (Dr. Jessica Hooten Wilson). The pivotal Canto 16 (the exact midpoint of the Comedy) features Marco Lombardo's sermon on free will: “If the present world has gone astray, the cause is in you, look at yourselves” (Marco via transcript). Wilson calls it “the clearest sermon that Dante has about what's wrong with the world,” emphasizing that sin arises from misused free will, not fate or stars, and critiques the separation of temporal and spiritual powers.Canto 17 concludes the wrath terrace with Virgil's discourse on love as the root of all action (“Neither Creator nor creature was ever without love... natural or of the mind” – Virgil via transcript), which can be misdirected, deficient, or excessive. Wilson highlights the shift from reason to grace: “reason can't do it alone... you need this other kind of intervention” (Dr. Jessica Hooten Wilson). The cantos underscore Purgatorio's hopeful pedagogy: purgation reorders love through grace, habituation, and contemplation, moving from misdirected to deficient love in preparation for the excessive attachments above. Wilson stresses the urgency: “the Purgatorio shows humanity in motion, dynamic humanity... it has the immediacy... that is an urgency to it” (Dr. Jessica Hooten Wilson).Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Great Books Podcast04:06 Exploring Dante's Purgatorio07:20 The Great Books Program at Pepperdine University10:18 The Significance of Purgatorio13:27 Understanding Envy in Purgatorio16:17 Contrary Virtues: Generosity and Kindness19:22 The Role of Sight and Blindness in Envy22:15 Dante's Moral Lessons on Envy25:14 Comparative Analysis with Inferno30:33 Dante's Poetic Structure and Contrapasso32:15 Comparative Analysis of Characters in Inferno and Purgatorio33:54 The Role of Good and Bad Examples in Moral Education34:14 The Shift from Temporal to Eternal Mindsets34:20 Understanding Canto 14: The Importance of Examples39:35 Canto 15: The Inquiry into Goods and Wrath49:58 Canto 16: The Purging of Wrath and Examples of Virtue51:35 Ecstatic Visions and Penitent Souls52:19 The Tyrant's Moment of Virtue53:28 Humanity in Purgatorio54:38 The Role of Mary in Purgatory56:02 Saint Stephen's Example of Forgiveness57:12 Virgil's Limitations as a Guide59:12 The Nature of Freedom in Purgatory01:03:07 The Importance of Canto 1601:04:37 Understanding Freedom in Dante's Context01:07:32 The Role of Law and Governance01:14:39 Self-Reflection and the State of the World01:23:48 Exploring Wrath in Purgatory01:30:57 Understanding the Structure of PurgatoryKeywords: Dante's Purgatorio, Cantos 13-17, spiritual growth, virtues and vices, education, great books, Dante analysis Dante's Divine Comedy, Purgatory, Virtues and Vices, Free Will, Theology, Morality, Literature, Catholic Teaching, Spiritual Journey

Heavy Metal Philosophy
#260: Testament Tell Ozzy/Dio Stories & Debate Free Will

Heavy Metal Philosophy

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 28:48 Transcription Available


In episode 260 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas is combining two separate interviews! Jon recently interviewed both Chuck Billy and Alex Skolnick of Testament and Metal Allegiance. In those two interviews, obviously similar questions were asked, even though they were both on for different reasons. The result is an interesting contrast in their experiences. Chuck tells a fond memory of Dio and Alex tells a fond memory of playing with Ozzy Osbourne. Then both of them give very different takes on Free Will.  Hear what happens and let me know what you think!Get Testament tour info here:https://www.testamentlegions.com/site/Get Metal Allegiance info here:https://www.metalallegiance.com/Get Heavy Metal Philosophy Merch!https://jonbarbas-shop.fourthwall.com/Heavy Metal Philosophy Contact;https://heavymetalphilosophy.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/@heavymetalphilosophyhttps://www.spreaker.com/show/heavy-metal-philosophyJonBarbas@heavymetalphilosophy.comhttps://mobile.twitter.com/heaviestdoyenhttps://www.facebook.com/HeaviestDoyenhttps://www.instagram.com/heavy_metal_philosophy/https://www.threads.net/@heavy_metal_philosophyhttps://bsky.app/profile/jonbarbas.bsky.social Substack Articleshttps://substack.com/@jonbarbas#metal #thrashmetal #ozzyosbourne

Pastor Matt's Podcasts
Romans 9:14-19 Election and Evangelism - 3/1/26

Pastor Matt's Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 50:56


In this episode we examine the conceptions and misconceptions when it come to the doctrine of election and why this should compell us to evangelize all the more.  Is God fair or is He just?  Scripture answers these questions in no uncertain terms. 

King Hero's Journey Podcast with Beth Martens
Beth of Fresh Air – Episode 20: Integrate with Guest, Micah Ellars

King Hero's Journey Podcast with Beth Martens

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2026 136:16


In this episode of Beth of Fresh Air, Beth welcomes a modern Renaissance man — filmmaker, teacher, actor, health coach specializing in the Love Your Liver approach, truth lover, a devoted student of his own psyche, adept in the work of G. I. Gurdjieff and Carl Jung.In a culture that prizes specialization — where the right hand no longer knows what the left one does — this conversation explores the forgotten art of being whole.What does it mean to develop mastery across domains?Physical and nutritional intelligence.
Mental and logical rigor.
Creative expression.
Technical skill.
Emotional navigation.
Psychological self-awareness.Not as hobbies.
Not as surface sampling.
But as disciplined, embodied development.This episode examines the difference between being “well-rounded” and cultivating true range — the kind that requires continually entering arenas where you are not yet competent, breaking new ground, and resisting identity built on narrow expertise.
Together, we will explore:* Why specialization culture fragments the psyche* Mastery across physical, mental, creative, and technical realms* Gurdjieff's work on attention and mechanical living* Jung's individuation and the integration of opposites* The creative process as psychological revelation* Why staying in your strength is a subtle form of stagnation* The discipline required to expand range* Wholeness as lived practice, not theory
This is not a romantic conversation about talent.
It's a sober inquiry into integration.What would it mean to refuse fragmentation?
To build capacity across domains?
To become harder to categorize — and more fully human? A wide-ranging, grounded dialogue on mastery, psyche, embodiment, and the responsibility of conscious development.
Beth of Fresh Air is a place to look deep and see widely, to play with perception and perspective, in service of evolving culture and the power of the human spirit.Discover deprogramming and archetype courses at www.bethmartens.comApply for a zero-cost, one-on-one chat about working together: https://www.bethmartens.com/awaken-your-journey-archetype-applicationFind out your King Hero Archetype in ten minutes: https://www.bethmartens.com/king-hero-archetype-quiz-sign-up ***MORE FROM BETHSign up to take a 5-minute King Hero's Journey archetype quizApply to become a member of the House of Free WillRumbleKing Hero Telegram ChannelTwitter (X)InstagramSign up for a Hero's Journey Archetype ReadingOrder a copy of my book, ‘Journey: A Map of Archetypes to Find Lost Purpose in a Sea of Meaninglessness'Donate by PayPal if you're inspiredFollow the King Hero's Journey Podcast on... Apple Podcasts SpotifyIf we're just meeting...I'm Beth Martens—founder of the House of Free Will, pattern hunter, archetype reader, podcaster, author, coach trainer, and  business coach. My calling has truly been a life-or-death matter. After a decade as a corporate VP in my family's firm, eight transformative trips to India, and a three-year battle with cancer nearly 25 years ago, I turned to archetypes and deep deprogramming work to save my life.Despite doing everything wrong based on limited health knowledge, I accessed the hidden inner roots of what was keeping me sick, stuck, and unconscious. Letting those patterns go changed everything. I went from dying to living almost overnight.Today, I help people who love truth more than their beliefs—people who want to serve with their life's work and walk their Hero's Journey—to deprogram the beast system from within and stop unconsciously feeding the forces that harm us.I host the King Hero interview series, where I spotlight leaders, entrepreneurs, movement makers, and lovers of freedom who are carving new paths in a world that desperately needs them. And I also share my own voice, insights, and stories through my new solo podcast, Beth of Fresh Air.

Curiously Kaitlyn
Freewill, Predestination, or both?

Curiously Kaitlyn

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 34:16


Did God choose you or did you choose God? Kaitlyn tackles one of Christianity's most debated questions, predestination vs. free will, exploring what the Bible says about God's sovereignty, human choice, and how believers have wrestled with holding both together for centuries. She also addresses the deeper motivations behind this debate, including fear about salvation, questions about responsibility, and the temptation to settle for overly simple answers to complex mysteries.   0:00 - Theme Song   1:10 - Free Will or Predestination?   5:18 - Bible Verse   15:00 - Sponsor - No Small Endeavor - Award-winning podcast where theologians, philosophers, and best-selling authors talk about faith with Lee C. Camp. Start listening today: https://pod.link/1513178238   15:50 - With & For: Psychology and Spirituality for Thriving Podcast. Check it out now! https://pod.link/1712333330   16:52 - The Center for Christianity and Public Life - Know a young person who would benefit from a Christian summer civics program? Point them toward https://www.ccpubliclife.org/HOLYPOST to sign up today   18:11 - Mystery and Theology   23:48 - Is Life "Choose Your Own Adventure?"   30:52- What to Read About Predestination/Free Will?   33:45 - End Credits

Consciousness Insider
EP184 The Story of Creation Part 108

Consciousness Insider

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 28:03


In Part 108 of The Story of Creation on the Authentic Human Podcast, Michelle Vickers shares a real-time conversation with Universal Beings — including direct communication with The Creator — exploring Consciousness, Free Will, and the true origins of human existence. This is not channeling. This is conscious conversation with universal intelligence. In this episode, we explore: • What consciousness actually is (the living history of existence) • Why free will requires exploration • How every human has full access to universal consciousness • Why access to truth was removed • The real reason humanity feels exhausted • How challenges expand your capacity and contribute to consciousness • Why judgment is not a universal energy • How healing begins in energy before the physical body • Why you are here to create a new world — not fix the old one The Creator explains that free will means you have access to every aspect of creation — every planet, every star, every dimension of universal existence. The Secret of Existence & Creation: > Intention becomes Energy. > Energy becomes Experience. >Experience expands consciousness. You are not here to wait to be saved. You are here to explore your potential and participate in the recreation of human existence. Every challenge you've faced has trained you for this role. Every experience has expanded the universal library of consciousness. If you have ever asked: Why do I exist? Why am I here now? Why do I feel called to something bigger? This episode answers that. New episodes weekly exploring universal consciousness, human origins, free will, energy architecture, and the evolution of existence. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 – Real-Time Conversation with Universal Beings (Not Channeling) 1:40 – The Second Stream Angelics & Creation of Human Experience 2:25 – Why Every Human Incarnated Now Has a Role 3:02 – Consciousness as the Living History of Existence 3:46 – The Creator Explains Free Will & Exploration 4:49 – Full Access to Universal Consciousness 5:58 – Why Access to Truth Was Removed 7:28 – Every Gift Humanity Was Given to Succeed 8:34 – Intention → Energy → Experience Explained 10:29 – Why Strategic Tweaks Expand Your Potential 11:37 – How Challenges Feed Consciousness 12:57 – Why Humanity Is Exhausted 13:37 – True Freedom Is Self-Creation 14:56 – Fear, Judgment & Human Conditioning 16:43 – Why Judgment Is Not a Universal Energy 18:17 – Healing Begins in Energy 20:56 – Every Human Has a Role in Evolution 23:51 – Holding Space to Create the Future 25:52 – Conscious Awareness for the Entire Universe Watch The Story of Creation from the beginning: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtY9aRgn79cba9wSRRx-vkT1crKnyBotq #UniversalConsciousness #FreeWillExplained #WhyYouExist

King Hero's Journey Podcast with Beth Martens
Beth of Fresh Air – Episode 19: Sound It Out!

King Hero's Journey Podcast with Beth Martens

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2026 120:53


In this episode of Beth of Fresh Air, we enter the arena of sound.Sound is everywhere. It captures our attention, intrudes on our space, shapes our moods, colors our perceptions, and often influences us more than we consciously realize. From music to machinery, from background noise to deliberate harmony, sound plays a powerful role in how we experience the world.On the heels of an inspiring House of Free Will workshop with musician and truth champion Alex Michael, this episode opens the conversation about how we can work with sound—rather than be unconsciously worked over by it.I'll explore:The many ways sound impacts emotion and perceptionHow intrusive or “annoying” sounds can be reframed or harmonizedPlayful and practical ways to engage with sound intentionallyThe relationship between sound, mood, and sense of controlHow experimenting with tone, rhythm, and music can dramatically improve quality of lifeI'll will also share the quirky and creative ways I use sound and music to regulate my environment and uplift my state—demonstrating how small shifts in attention and intention can create surprising harmony.Near the end of the stream, Canadian duo Winsome Kind — Scott Perrie and Leora Joy Perrie — will join to share about their newest children's release and the watch party they're hosting on BandCamp immediately following BoFA.This episode invites listeners to become more conscious participants in their sonic environment—and to discover how sound can become a tool for agency rather than agitation.Let's take a Beth of Fresh Air together.Beth of Fresh Air is a place to look deep and see widely, to play with perception and perspective, in service of evolving culture and the power of the human spirit.Discover deprogramming and archetype courses at www.bethmartens.comApply for a zero-cost, one-on-one chat about working together: https://www.bethmartens.com/awaken-your-journey-archetype-applicationFind out your King Hero Archetype in ten minutes: https://www.bethmartens.com/king-hero-archetype-quiz-sign-up ***MORE FROM BETHSign up to take a 5-minute King Hero's Journey archetype quizApply to become a member of the House of Free WillRumbleKing Hero Telegram ChannelTwitter (X)InstagramSign up for a Hero's Journey Archetype ReadingOrder a copy of my book, ‘Journey: A Map of Archetypes to Find Lost Purpose in a Sea of Meaninglessness'Donate by PayPal if you're inspiredFollow the King Hero's Journey Podcast on... Apple Podcasts SpotifyIf we're just meeting...I'm Beth Martens—founder of the House of Free Will, pattern hunter, archetype reader, podcaster, author, coach trainer, and  business coach. My calling has truly been a life-or-death matter. After a decade as a corporate VP in my family's firm, eight transformative trips to India, and a three-year battle with cancer nearly 25 years ago, I turned to archetypes and deep deprogramming work to save my life.Despite doing everything wrong based on limited health knowledge, I accessed the hidden inner roots of what was keeping me sick, stuck, and unconscious. Letting those patterns go changed everything. I went from dying to living almost overnight.Today, I help people who love truth more than their beliefs—people who want to serve with their life's work and walk their Hero's Journey—to deprogram the beast system from within and stop unconsciously feeding the forces that harm us.I host the King Hero interview series, where I spotlight leaders, entrepreneurs, movement makers, and lovers of freedom who are carving new paths in a world that desperately needs them. And I also share my own voice, insights, and stories through my new solo podcast, Beth of Fresh Air.

Keys of the Kingdom
2/21/26: Leviticus 5 - Digging Deeper

Keys of the Kingdom

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2026 105:00


Investigating Leviticus and conjunction with Jesus Christ; Bible rhetoric; Reaching understanding; Message of the Spirit; Sons of Jacob, not Israel; Choosing bondage; Wells - source of flow; Sacrifice; mem-tzedek-hey; Salvation by grace; Deserving?; Cause/effect world; Police powers?; "Savoir"; Inspiration; Scholars?; Gift of sight; Humility; Flowing of contention; What is His righteousness?; Sureties for debt; Well-advised; Tree of Life; Capitalism; God's creation of man with free choice; Nature of God; Sharing life; Sophistry of Masoretic text; 1 Sam 8; "Potestas" and "Imperium"; Protecting neighbor; "Antisemetic"?, resh-shen-ayin-yod-mem (guilty/condemned); Leviticus into your current context; Jurisdiction; Common law?; Legal system of Melchizedek; Believing in Jesus?; Trail of understanding; Subjecting yourself to the rules of kings; Voice of the people electing rulers; Corruption of your priests; Having God hear your cries; Unrighteous mammon; Finding honest men; Prov 13:9-11; Wealth by vanity?; Are you being misled?; Seeing yourself; Legal systems; Striving for righteousness; Religious orders; "Torah"; Christ is king!; The seat of Moses; Corban; Hearing the cries of your neighbor; Setting the table of Christ; Unclean things; Identifying wrongs; "Not of this world"; Pontius Pilate; Benefits from your father; Finding the "right" way; Holding back destruction?; Approaching the light; Seeing and confessing your wrongs; Recompence; Lev 5:5; Forgiveness; Guilt; Asham; Shame?; Coming to neighbor's aid; Scattered flock; Seeing the truth; Covetous practices; Freewill offerings; Helping yourself; Charity; Being doers of The Word; Atonement?; Theft example - paying debt to society?; Legal-system problems due to you; Social bonds of a free society; Taking back responsibilities and police powers; Was Jesus a socialist?; Altars of charity; Christ's instructions re exercising authority; Teaching idolatry; Importance of giving; Helping the needy; The Way of Christ; Peacemakers; Repentance; Why there's a priest; Put your walk into action

Unashamed with Phil Robertson
Ep 1274 | Why Would a Good God Allow This Much Suffering?

Unashamed with Phil Robertson

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 49:30


The guys confess their most egregious romance fails from forgotten birthdays, last-minute Valentine's plans, and bookstore traditions gone stale to wildly different philosophies on “setting the bar” in marriage. Al uses the pain of romance to highlight another truth: there's pain that hurts, and pain that alters. That distinction becomes personal as Zach opens up about his mother's long battle with early-onset dementia and the complicated grief that followed her passing. The conversation turns to one of Christianity's hardest realities: if God is good and all-powerful, why does so much suffering continue in the world?  In this episode: Ecclesiastes 3, verse 11; Psalm 90, verse 12; Hebrews 12, verse 2; Colossians 2, verses 20–23; Romans 1, verses 24–25; Romans 8, verses 20–23; 1 John 2, verses 15–16; 1 John 4, verses 8–10 Today's conversation is about Lesson 6 of C.S. Lewis on Christianity taught by visiting Hillsdale professor Michael Ward. Take the course with us at no cost to you! Sign up at http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/. More about C.S. Lewis on Christianity: Encounter the faith & wisdom of C.S. Lewis C.S. Lewis's writings bring the great questions of the Christian faith to life. Through his imaginative and invigorating style, Lewis answers these questions in ways that are compelling to those outside Christianity and energizing to those within the Christian faith. In this free, seven-lecture course, Professor Michael Ward—a leading scholar of C.S. Lewis—will explore Lewis's: argument for objective moral value in response to the rise of modern subjectivism; bittersweet path to conversion and the role of enjoyment in the Christian life; advice regarding the proper way to pray and read the Bible; teachings concerning the purpose of pain and how to confront suffering and loss; insights about the nature of heaven and hell. This course examines these fundamental topics not only through his classic works—including Mere Christianity, The Screwtape Letters, and The Abolition of Man—but also through Lewis's personal experiences with doubt, conversion, suffering, grief, and joy. Through this course, students will discover Lewis's core lessons regarding the truth and goodness of the Christian faith and how to apply those lessons to one's life.  Join us today in discovering C.S. Lewis's enduring lessons about the meaning and practice of Christianity. Sign up at ⁠http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621 Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Chapters: 00:00 Valentine's Day Fails & Romantic Confessions 05:10 The Problem of Pain Explained 11:45 Is God All-Powerful & All-Loving? 18:20 Free Will, Satan & the Origin of Evil 26:30 Jesus' Suffering Before the Resurrection 33:40 Personal Loss: Dementia, Grief & Faith 42:10 “Pain Is God's Megaphone” 48:30 A Grief Observed & Wrestling With God 55:00 God Is Love & the Reality of Eternity — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Consciousness Insider
EP182 The Story of Creation Part 106

Consciousness Insider

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 35:55


For over a year, The Story of Creation has explored human origins, universal origins, and the deeper mechanics of existence. In Part 106, Michelle Vickers shares a powerful conversation with universal beings about shape shifting, intention, energy, and human potential — and why humanity has misunderstood what shape shifting actually is. This episode explains: • What shape shifting really means (it is not physical transformation) • How intention becomes energy and energy becomes experience • Why curiosity is the foundation of exploration • Why your challenges are messages from your soul • Why your brain was designed to follow energy — not control outcomes • How manifestation fails when you use strategy instead of surrender • Why expectations block fulfillment • How energy transcends time and space • The truth about astral travel, remote viewing, and resonance • Why feeling energy is your superpower • How humanity was trained to suppress energetic intelligence • Why attachment to outcomes limits consciousness expansion • How universal beings synchronize frequency through resonance • Why exploration — not achievement — is the purpose of existence Michelle explains that shape shifting is a shift in vibration and frequency — the ability to resonate with another state of consciousness to gain wisdom, awareness, and insight. When you set an intention and allow energy to guide you: • You receive information beyond the mind • You transcend time and space • You expand consciousness • You explore your potential • You become aligned with universal existence Your brain only knows your past. Energy knows your potential. This episode reframes: • Manifestation • Spiritual awakening • Human design • Conscious awareness • Fulfillment • Exploration • The illusion of control The purpose of existence is not to hustle toward outcomes. It is to explore, expand consciousness, and create the future of existence through resonance and energy. This is Episode 182, Part 106 of The Story of Creation. You are not here to control life. You are here to explore it. 0:00 – Why Understanding Human Origins Unlocks Your Potential 1:03 – The Truth About Misinformation and Manipulation in Human History 3:08 – What Shape Shifting Really Means (It's Not Physical) 4:52 – Curiosity Is the Beginning of Exploration 7:23 – Intention Becomes Energy, Energy Becomes Experience 8:31 – Why Your Challenges Are Messages From Your Soul 10:05 – Did You Choose This Life? Free Will and Universal Design 13:57 – Why Strategy Blocks Your Potential 17:05 – Feeling Energy Is Your Superpower 18:23 – Energy Transcends Time and Space 20:58 – Shape Shifting as a Shift in Frequency and Vibration 24:31 – Remote Viewing, Astral Travel & Resonance Explained 26:17 – Why Energy Is More Powerful Than Brainwashing 30:09 – Attachment to Outcomes Blocks Fulfillment 35:14 – Feeling Is Energy (Not Emotion) Watch The Story of Creation from the beginning: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtY9aRgn79cba9wSRRx-vkT1crKnyBotq #ConsciousnessExplained #SpiritualAwakening #HumanPotential

The Life Stylist
651. Spiritual Sovereignty: Karma, Alchemy, and Mastering the Manipulation Matrix w/ Sarah Elkhaldy

The Life Stylist

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 147:36


In this episode, I explore the deeper layers of spiritual sovereignty, perception, and the nature of evil with teacher and healer Sarah Elkhaldy, host of Mystery Teachings on Gaia. We go far beyond surface-level spirituality and into the real terrain—psychopathy, manipulation, spiritual warfare, and the psychological mechanics behind modern psyops.Sarah shares her unlikely entry point into awakening through conspiracy research, how that path evolved into esoteric study, and why understanding darkness is essential to true alchemy. We unpack the weaponization of compassion, the dangers of outsourcing authority, and how unexamined core wounds can make us vulnerable to manipulation. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the state of the world, questioned your sanity while researching uncomfortable truths, or struggled to balance discernment with an open heart, this conversation will resonate.We also get into perception as the ultimate alchemical tool—how mastering it can modulate your nervous system, shift your biology, and reclaim your power from false authorities. Sarah explains why spiritual awakening requires energy, resilience, and a willingness to confront the uncomfortable realities most people avoid.This one goes deep. If you've been navigating the rabbit holes, wrestling with duality, or wondering whether evil can truly change—or whether this realm is something we graduate from rather than fix—you're going to want to hear this conversation.Watch Mystery Teachings with Sarah Elkhaldy at gaia.com/series/mystery-teachings-with-sarah-elkhaldy.DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only and not intended for diagnosing or treating illnesses. The hosts disclaim responsibility for any adverse effects from using the information presented. Consult your healthcare provider before using referenced products. This podcast may include paid endorsements.THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY:BIOPTIMIZERS | Visit bioptimizers.com/luke and use code LUKE15 to save 15%.LEELA QUANTUM TECH | Go to lukestorey.com/leelaq and use code LUKE10 for 10% off their product line.PIQUE | Save 20% at piquelife.com/lukeREAL PROVISIONS | Get a free bag of venison chips with your order at realprovisions.com/lukeMORE ABOUT THIS EPISODE:(00:00:00) Trolls, Praise, Ego, & the Alchemy of Spiritual Leadership(00:16:24) Limbic Hijacking, Psychopathy, & Mastering Perception in the Matrix(00:40:59) Discernment, Free Will, & Graduating the Earth Arena(01:03:44) Fallen Gurus, False Light, & the Ego's Spiritual Costume(01:35:18) Channeling, Discernment, and the Line Between Wisdom & Ego(01:51:15) Karma as Cause, Effect, and Conscious Course Correction(02:01:35) Addiction, Ego Death, and the Path to SurrenderResources:• Website: www.gaia.com• Website:

The Free Will Show
Episode 113: Determinism and the Principle of Sufficient Reason with Shaun Nichols

The Free Will Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 40:48


In this episode, we talk with Shaun Nichols about folk beliefs about determinism and causal explanation.Shaun's website: https://sites.google.com/view/shaunbnichols/homeShaun's book, Bound: Essays on Free Will and Responsibility: https://academic.oup.com/book/9296Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefreewillshowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefreewillshow/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Free-Will-Show-105535031200408/

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Let It In with Guy Lawrence
This Phase Is Different - The Turning Point Most of Us Didn't See Coming | Jeff Harman

Let It In with Guy Lawrence

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 67:34


#400 In this episode, Guy interviewed astrologer Jeff Harman, who has studied astrology since 1975 and described his path from early skepticism to deep involvement with ancient, translated astrological and spiritual texts and Vedic Jyotisha, which he calls the "science of the light of the soul." Jeff explained key concepts such as tropical vs sidereal astrology, the precession of the equinoxes, and the idea that birth (first breath) "locks in" a chart that releases patterns over time through progressions, transits, and dashas, with Saturn framed as a timekeeper and "funnel into time and space." He presented a cosmology of multiple levels of creation, discusses consciousness as not localized to the brain (referencing near-death and out-of-body experiences), and described the lower emotional mind as an attenuator that can be transcended through spiritual practice while also mentioning pineal calcification and various environmental factors he believes dampen perception. Jeff conducted an on-air Vedic reading of Guy's chart, stating major life shifts around 2015–2018 and 2021 onward, discussing family dynamics (including his father's death in 2012), and predicting future timing themes such as further boosts in 2024 and a significant change around 2029, while emphasizing that astrology describes conditions and vectors rather than removing free will. The conversation closed with Jeff describing his services (personal and corporate electional work), defending astrology as a practical tool for informed decisions, and sharing examples from clients and podcasts involving disability after vaccination and nonverbal/autistic communication, with both agreeing to do a future episode. About Jeff: Jeff Harman is a world-renowned, second generation master astrologer, spiritual researcher and paranormal investigator, deeply versed in ancient and traditional systems. Known for working with everyday seekers, public figures and celebrities for 50 years. Jeff's unique interpretation of ancient astrology brings clarity, direction and understanding.  We are all souls on a unique journey.  Ancient astrology exposes what's unseen, answering life's biggest questions, and turning uncertainty and confusion into direction. Jeff brings both wisdom and a grounded, revealing, compassionate presence to every reading and conversation. Jeff offers corrective measures and works with clients to design custom talismans made with natural, untreated gemstones which are astrologically prescribed and set using ancient astrology. Jeff has solved numerous paranormal cases involving haunted dwellings, UAP-related phenomena, and instances of possession. He has also cleared individuals, homes, and commercial spaces affected by negative spiritual attachments. Key Points Discussed:  (00:00) - This Phase Is Different - The Turning Point Most of Us Didn't See Coming! (00:33) - Welcome In: Meet Jeff Harman + What This Deep-Dive Covers (01:54) - Guy's Updates: Events, Retreats, and How to Watch the Episode (02:26) - Jeff's Origin Story: From Skeptic to 50 Years in Astrology (05:50) - From Hand-Drawn Charts to Computer Astrology + Ancient Translations (07:13) - What Is Vedic/Jyotish? The 'Science of the Light of the Soul' (08:29) - Where Did Astrology Knowledge Come From? Yugas, Zodiacs & Precession (12:09) - Beyond the Universe: Dimensions, Divinity, and the Soul's Descent (17:23) - Conception vs Birth: When the Chart 'Locks In' + Time as Illusion (20:05) - Consciousness, the Third Eye, and the 'Interface' of the Lower Mind (24:07) - Saturn the Timekeeper: Karma, Free Will, and Earth as a Grounding Rod (29:20) - Applying It to Guy: Pulling Up His Vedic Chart + Tropical vs Sidereal (35:57) - Timing the Awakening: Key Years, Life Shifts, and Family Threads (36:51) - Remembering Dad: Loss, Timing, and the Start of Big Changes (37:04) - Family Karma & Childhood in Wales: Mother/Father Dynamics (38:14) - Mercury Period Breakthrough: 2021 Onward, 2024 Boost, 2029 Shift (39:51) - Where Astrology Came From: Ancient Egypt, India, Spirits & 'Angelic' Knowledge (43:58) - Time, Matter, and the 'War in Heaven': Demons, Atoms, and Cycles of Creation (47:04) - Kala Chakra Explained: The Infinite Loop of Time, Reincarnation, and Escaping 'Alcatraz' (50:02) - Mapping the Hard Years: Saturn Dasha, Trauma, and Turning Points (52:37) - Soul Progression & Past-Life Links: Healing the Mother Line and Early Emotional Shocks (54:59) - Chart Deep-Dive: Jupiter Midheaven, Time Lords, and Your Communication Gift (01:01:10) - Closing Wisdom: Readings, Free Will vs. Fate, Reaction as Power, and Final Thanks How to Contact Jeff Harman:jeffharman.com www.youtube.com/@JeffHarmanAstrologer   About me:My Instagram: www.instagram.com/guyhlawrence/?hl=en Guy's websites:www.guylawrence.com.au www.liveinflow.co

The Brian Dainsberg Podcast
Free Will and Authentic Love

The Brian Dainsberg Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 24:17


Don't human beings have to have free will in order for love to be authentic? What role does God have in securing the love of his creatures? Welcome to a big, deep topic.Resources:God Reforms Hearts: Rethinking Free Will and the Problem of Evil - Thaddeus Williams

Keys of the Kingdom
2/14/26: Leviticus 5

Keys of the Kingdom

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 105:00


What the bible is all about; Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil vs Tree of Life; Walls of misunderstanding; Pharisees and Sadducees; The serpent in the garden; Whole truth?; Why Leviticus was written; Pontius Pilate's position; Monetary system in Judea; Decline of Roman republic; Duty to fellowman; Evidence of salvation; Knowing the WHOLE Jesus; Devil believes in Jesus; Have you repented?; Things God hates; Nicolaitans and Baalam; Charity; Levites; Atonement; What we thought we knew that just ain't so; Lev 5:1 Awkward translation; Jewish Christmas lights story; Hating; The "world" God loves; All MIGHT be saved; Bearing witness to iniquity; Carcase?; Unclean things?; Sacrifice?; nun-biet-lamad-hey; Julius Caesar and the Gauls; Unclean bread provided by Rome; Foolish things; Golden calf; Reserve fund?; Oaths; Bound to unknown crimes; Guilt; Confession - to whom?; Making recompense; How to have a healthy community; Unintended consequences; Trespass offerings; Stones of the Levite altars; Touching unclean things; Offering covering the trespass; Taking care of the needy; Social welfare via the altars; Turtledove?; Cheating; Sprinkling blood?; Christ forbade us…; Atonement for sin?; Ransom, price of life, sacrifice; Things of value; The principle: you caused damage; Owning up; Responsibility; Spirit of a free society; v12 - bringing to priest; "fire"; Why the old men wept; Forgiveness; Paying it forward; Reparations?; Freewill offerings; What Christ was doing; Making amends; Forgiven by whom?; Prodigal son example; Whose house do you live in?; Getting back to your father's house; Repent and seek His kingdom and righteousness; Why a priest?; Wise, efficient giving; "Kingdom"; Determining what you owe in recompense; Things forgotten; Injuring someone is a trespass against the LORD; Human resources; Caiaphas and Jesus; Pay it forward.

Demystifying Science
60 Second Theories - Paradigm Drift #8, DemystifySci #400

Demystifying Science

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 140:50


DemystifySci is the place where we bring people together in search of the theories that will change the world, and Paradigm Drift is your chance to have a hand in that future. Theorists, randomly chosen, get 60 seconds to present their revolutionary idea... and then we see if it's gonna stand the test of time or if it's back into the tank for a little while longer.PATREON https://www.patreon.com/c/demystifysciPARADOX LOST PRE-SALE: https://buy.stripe.com/7sY7sKdoN5d29eUdYddEs0bHOMEBREW MUSIC - Check out our new album!Hard Copies (Vinyl): FREE SHIPPING https://demystifysci-shop.fourthwall.com/products/vinyl-lp-secretary-of-nature-everything-is-so-good-hereStreaming:https://secretaryofnature.bandcamp.com/album/everything-is-so-good-herePARADIGM DRIFThttps://demystifysci.com/paradigm-drift-show00:00 Go! Paradigm Drift: how the show works00:02:18 Returning guest and research updates00:03:34 Death, meaning, and the limits of mortality00:07:32 Consciousness, fear, and letting go of death00:13:53 Morality, judgment, and life review myths00:19:25 Quantum choice, discreteness, and randomness00:25:06 Least action as a discrete network00:29:39 Dimensional analysis, Higgs energy, and constants00:36:13 Cosmology, observation limits, and evolving universes00:40:22 Time as the fundamental unit of measurement00:43:21 Free will, attention, and inhibition00:51:12 Willpower as a trainable physical resource00:55:02 Edge theory and topological particle models01:03:00 Human experience behind abstract theories01:09:05 Kundalini, electromagnetism, and physiology01:18:50 Physics metaphors for spiritual experience01:24:45 Dark matter as compressed wavelength states01:31:10 Self-taught physics and interdisciplinary thinking01:39:36 Consciousness as matter and intelligent evolution01:47:36 Thought, embodiment, and physical reality01:54:41 Substrate physics and unified mechanics02:05:36 Vortices, pressure, and force mediation02:14:21 Closing reflections on first-principles inquiry#ParadigmDrift, #FirstPrinciples, #FoundationalPhysics, #QuantumFoundations, #FreeWill, #Consciousness, #AlternativeTheories, #PhysicsBeyondMath, #SubstratePhysics, #Vortices, #TimeIsFundamental, #DarkMatter, #Cosmology, #IndependentThinkers, #RethinkingReality #physicspodcast, #openmic #philosophypodcast MERCH: Rock some DemystifySci gear : https://demystifysci-shop.fourthwall.com/AMAZON: Do your shopping through this link: https://amzn.to/3YyoT98DONATE: https://bit.ly/3wkPqaDSUBSTACK: https://substack.com/@UCqV4_7i9h1_V7hY48eZZSLw@demystifysci RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/2be66934/podcast/rssMAILING LIST: https://bit.ly/3v3kz2S SOCIAL: - Discord: https://discord.gg/MJzKT8CQub- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DemystifySci- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DemystifySci/- Twitter: https://twitter.com/DemystifySciMUSIC: -Shilo Delay: https://g.co/kgs/oty671

King Hero's Journey Podcast with Beth Martens
Beth of Fresh Air – Episode 18: Connect

King Hero's Journey Podcast with Beth Martens

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 131:18


I'm pressing pause on the Evolve series for a minute.Instead… we're going to take a breath, connect, and let me think out loud.Episode 18 is a solo, slightly unhinged (in the best way), community livestream. No script. No outline. Just me, you, and whatever wants to come out of the ethers.Possible directions include:A rant and question about belief (a pet peeve)Observations about how people try to get along while simultaneously defending their beliefsMy thoughts about the alternative law movement (hangs head)Reflections on how I am both LOVING and getting a royal workout by the in-progress CreatorCode courseThe Round Tables in Law and Creativity coming up in the House of Free Will!! (Feb 16 & 17)And organically comes up in the chatThis is a “me thinking out loud” episode. A place to test ideas, laugh at the funny stuff, poke at sacred cows, and breathe before I dive back into my creating cave.Come join live. Bring your perspective. Disagree politely. Agree passionately. Ask questions. Throw tomatoes lol.Let's take a Beth of Fresh Air together.Beth of Fresh Air is a place to look deep and see widely, to play with perception and perspective, in service of evolving culture and the power of the human spirit.Discover deprogramming and archetype courses at www.bethmartens.comApply for a zero-cost, one-on-one chat about working together: https://www.bethmartens.com/awaken-your-journey-archetype-applicationFind out your King Hero Archetype in ten minutes: https://www.bethmartens.com/king-hero-archetype-quiz-sign-up ***MORE FROM BETHSign up to take a 5-minute King Hero's Journey archetype quizApply to become a member of the House of Free WillRumbleKing Hero Telegram ChannelTwitter (X)InstagramSign up for a Hero's Journey Archetype ReadingOrder a copy of my book, ‘Journey: A Map of Archetypes to Find Lost Purpose in a Sea of Meaninglessness'Donate by PayPal if you're inspiredFollow the King Hero's Journey Podcast on... Apple Podcasts SpotifyIf we're just meeting...I'm Beth Martens—founder of the House of Free Will, pattern hunter, archetype reader, podcaster, author, coach trainer, and  business coach. My calling has truly been a life-or-death matter. After a decade as a corporate VP in my family's firm, eight transformative trips to India, and a three-year battle with cancer nearly 25 years ago, I turned to archetypes and deep deprogramming work to save my life.Despite doing everything wrong based on limited health knowledge, I accessed the hidden inner roots of what was keeping me sick, stuck, and unconscious. Letting those patterns go changed everything. I went from dying to living almost overnight.Today, I help people who love truth more than their beliefs—people who want to serve with their life's work and walk their Hero's Journey—to deprogram the beast system from within and stop unconsciously feeding the forces that harm us.I host the King Hero interview series, where I spotlight leaders, entrepreneurs, movement makers, and lovers of freedom who are carving new paths in a world that desperately needs them. And I also share my own voice, insights, and stories through my new solo podcast, Beth of Fresh Air.

Align Podcast
Most Shocking Astrological Predictions for 2026 | Joni Patry

Align Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 68:20


Huberman Lab
How Genes Shape Your Risk Taking & Morals | Dr. Kathryn Paige Harden

Huberman Lab

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 162:02


Dr. Kathryn Paige Harden, PhD, is a psychologist, behavioral geneticist and professor of psychology at the University of Texas at Austin. We discuss how genes interact with your upbringing to shape your level of risk-taking and morality. We also discuss how genes shape propensity for addiction and impulsivity in males versus females. Finally, we discuss how biology impacts societal views of sinning, punishment and forgiveness. Read the episode show notes at hubermanlab.com. Pre-order Protocols: https://go.hubermanlab.com/protocols Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/huberman Lingo: https://hellolingo.com/huberman Our Place: https://fromourplace.com/huberman Helix Sleep: https://helixsleep.com/huberman Timestamps (00:00:00) Kathryn Paige Harden (00:03:10) Adolescents, Genes & Life Trajectory; Adolescence Ages (00:06:44) Puberty, Aging & Differences; Epigenome; Cognition (00:14:05) Sponsors: BetterHelp & Lingo (00:16:45) Puberty Onset & Family; Communication & Empathy (00:22:26) 7 Deadly Sins, Substance Use & Conduct Disorders, Genes (00:27:33) Family History; Genes & Brain Development (00:33:05) Personality & Temperament, Motivation, Addiction; Trauma (00:37:59) Knowing Genetic Risk & Outcomes; Understanding Family History (00:46:06) Sponsor: AG1 (00:46:57) Genetic Information & Decision Making; Personal Identity & Uncovering Family (00:52:12) Nature vs Nurture, Bad Genes?; Aggression, Childhood & Males (01:00:17) The Original Sin; Whitman Case & Brain Tumor; Genetic Predisposition (01:10:31) Free Will; Genes & Moral Judgement; Skillful Care for Kids; Social Cooperation (01:21:03) Breaking the Cycle; Genetic Recombination & Differences; Identity (01:25:21) Sponsor: Our Place (01:27:01) Status, Dominance, Science; Positive Attributes of Negative Traits (01:36:15) Relational Aggression & Girls; Male-Female Differences & Conflict (01:40:36) Genes, Boys vs Girls, Impulse Control (01:45:00) Behavior Punishment vs Rewards, Responsibility (01:51:29) Sponsor: Helix Sleep (01:53:03) Accountability; Suffering, Cancel Culture & Punishment (02:00:01) Life Energy & Punishment, Prison (02:08:16) Backward vs Forward-Looking Justice; Forgiveness, Retribution, Power, Choice (02:16:11) Reward, Unfairness & Inequality (02:21:59) Punishment, Reward & Power; Online vs In-Person Communities (02:29:49) Identical Twin Differences; Genetic Influence & Age; Sunlight & Genes (02:39:24) Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow, Reviews & Feedback, Sponsors, Protocols Book, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter Disclaimer & Disclosures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keys of the Kingdom
2/1/26: X-Space Q&A #11 - Kingdom Police Powers

Keys of the Kingdom

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2026 150:00


Where are the police in the kingdom of God?; Church took the place of the Pharisees; Sadducees; Zealots; Uncovering fraud and corruption; ICE as police; Confronting the perpetrators; John the Baptist; Christ's solution for Judea; Making the word of God to none effect; Reasonable ministry; Who are the policemen?; Citizen's arrest; Legitimate powers of governments; 10th amendment; People's police power?; Understanding common sense of police powers; Ex: government of Sumer; Principles of law; Consent; Taxation without representation?; Chain of consent; English common law?; Police powers connected to the courts; Welfare of the people = supreme law; Use of your property not to injure others; Kingdom police is everybody; Sheriff (Shire reeve); Tithingmen; Aoldermen; Police - health, safety and general welfare; Responsibility of the people; Citizenship of the United States; "We the People"; Q from Katwellair - Biblical Constitution? Limitations on the king/government; Rebels; Kingly powers; Facts vs feelings; Sitting in darkness - eyes have been darkened; Appetite for benefits; Bringing light into society; Power of the Holy Spirit; Individuals; Avoiding blaming others; Organization of police activities; Lacking of faith; Worshipping imaginary Christs; People becoming early Christians; Evidence of non-Christianity; Build the altars first; Gathering to serve like Christ; Codified laws; Tens; "Stoning"; Allowing light into your life; Freewill offerings (charity) alone; Welfare from modern churches?; Desire to save others; Understanding what Moses and Christ were doing; Strength of ancient Israel; Riot in Christ's time; Tens, Hundreds and Thousands; Temple police; Cities of refuge; Christs commands; Freeing others; Q from Mark: Police powers in The Church; Abandoned freedoms and rights; Non-standing of those sitting in darkness; Sacrifice like Christ did; Don't waste time: Make room for Holy Spirit within you.

ANGELA'S SYMPOSIUM 📖 Academic Study on Witchcraft, Paganism, esotericism, magick and the Occult

Do Gods exist? Why is magic more effective when Gods and spirits are involved? What makes magic effective? How to influence people and political events?All of this and more in this discussion with Chaos Magician Peter J. Carroll.Check out Peter Carroll's website: https://specularium.org/CONNECT & SUPPORT

The Tri Way
#101 – Buông để không phải Bỏ | Trần-Sĩ Chương

The Tri Way

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 92:13


Tập đầu tiên của 2026, cũng là tập đầu tiên sau số 100. Trí ngồi cùng anh Chương để có hơn 90 phút "go with the flow" – về những điều mà cả 2 anh em đều không biết trước (Trí đã list 10 ý tưởng, nhưng cuối cùng chỉ lấy được một).Trần-Sĩ Chương là một chuyên gia kinh tế lão làng, từng có thời gian dài làm việc tại Quốc hội Hoa Kỳ và tư vấn chiến lược cho nhiều tập đoàn lớn. Anh là tác giả cuốn "Trò chuyện với Gen Z" và là một "wisdom keeper" hiếm hoi có thể bàn về kinh tế vĩ mô lẫn triết lý sống một cách thường ngày. Đó là lý do mà Trí luôn yêu thích ngồi cà phê với anh Chương. Facebook của anh: https://www.facebook.com/chuongts101 là Back to Basics. Sau đây là các nội dung chính, chúc mọi người nghe vui vẻ và thoải mái nha :)(00:00:00) Tease & Intro: Cuộc đối thoại "Go with the flow(00:03:30) Góc nhìn về Gen Z(00:07:42) Đi để thấy mình: Bối cảnh mới & tư duy mới(00:10:40) Mindset khởi nghiệp: Học từ bất kỳ ai, bất kỳ đâu(00:18:50) Câu chuyện con diều: Bài học về sự tập trung và thử sai(00:24:20) Trật tự trong hỗn loạn & Dòng chảy của tự nhiên(00:29:45) Ảo tưởng kiểm soát: Ta thực sự không sở hữu gì cả(00:33:15) Cái "Ngã": Nguồn năng lượng cần thiết hay rào cản?(00:39:27) Triết lý "Buông" và "Bỏ": Đặt xuống hay phải trả giá?(00:43:00) Free Will vs. Determinism: Ta có thực sự tự do?(00:49:22) Sức mạnh của tiềm thức & Vô thức tập thể(01:00:00) Thuật dùng người: Đặt đúng vị trí cho 1% thiên phú(01:04:30) Đừng thần tượng diễn giả, hãy tư duy độc lập(01:10:00) Thời đại xao nhãng & Kỹ năng "Think Hard" bị lãng quên(01:21:00) AI rất thông minh, nhưng con người nắm giữ sự khôn ngoan(01:23:07) Hạnh phúc là một quá trình, không phải đích đến(01:30:32) Lời nhắn nhủ năm mới & Kết

King Hero's Journey Podcast with Beth Martens
Beth of Fresh Air – Episode 17: Evolve the Mother

King Hero's Journey Podcast with Beth Martens

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 129:07


In this episode of Beth of Fresh Air, Beth turns the Evolve lens toward one of the most powerful—and least examined—forces shaping culture, society, and gender dynamics: the Mother archetype, particularly its shadow expressions.Joined by special guest Marja West—author, podcaster, mentor, and advocate for survivors of trafficking and ritual abuse—this conversation explores how unresolved distortions of the Mother archetype may have rippled outward into culture, influencing feminism, family systems, identity, and the evolving relationship between men and women.Rather than focusing on ideology or blame, this episode asks deeper questions:• What happens when the Mother archetype is wounded, inverted, or weaponized?• How do those shadows express themselves culturally and socially?• What impact does this have on daughters, sons, and the relational fabric between the sexes?• How does protection turn into control, care into resentment, or nurture into rejection?Beth and Marja explore how historical conditions—including war, displacement, and generational instability—shaped maternal expression and family dynamics, and how those imprints continue to echo today.How was culture shaped by...War survivors and the children raised in their aftermathThe Mother archetype and why its shadow may turn against her children—particularly daughtersWhere men find themselves in the falloutThe Child archetype's adaptations: dissociation, imagination, escape, and natureHeightened perception and psychic sensitivity emerging from early adversityGrowing up in the 1960s and the cultural tone of that eraThis episode is an invitation to see clearly—to recognize how archetypal shadows play out across generations, movements, and intimate relationships, and to ask what it truly means to evolve the Mother rather than remain caught in her unresolved expressions.A nuanced, courageous conversation for those willing to look beyond surface narratives and into the archetypal roots of culture itself.Beth of Fresh Air is a place to look deep and see widely, to play with perception and perspective, in service of evolving culture and the power of the human spirit.Discover deprogramming and archetype courses at www.bethmartens.comApply for a zero-cost, one-on-one chat about working together: https://www.bethmartens.com/awaken-your-journey-archetype-applicationFind out your King Hero Archetype in ten minutes: https://www.bethmartens.com/king-hero-archetype-quiz-sign-up ***MORE FROM BETHSign up to take a 5-minute King Hero's Journey archetype quizApply to become a member of the House of Free WillRumbleKing Hero Telegram ChannelTwitter (X)InstagramOrder a copy of my book, ‘Journey: A Map of Archetypes to Find Lost Purpose in a Sea of Meaninglessness'If we're just meeting...I'm Beth Martens—founder of the House of Free Will, pattern hunter, archetype reader, podcaster, author, coach trainer, and  business coach. My calling has truly been a life-or-death matter. After a decade as a corporate VP in my family's firm, eight transformative trips to India, and a three-year battle with cancer nearly 25 years ago, I turned to archetypes and deep deprogramming work to save my life.Despite doing everything wrong based on limited health knowledge, I accessed the hidden inner roots of what was keeping me sick, stuck, and unconscious. Letting those patterns go changed everything. I went from dying to living almost overnight.Today, I help people who love truth more than their beliefs—people who want to serve with their life's work and walk their Hero's Journey—to deprogram the beast system from within and stop unconsciously feeding the forces that harm us.I host the King Hero interview series, where I spotlight leaders, entrepreneurs, movement makers, and lovers of freedom who are carving new paths in a world that desperately needs them. And I also share my own voice, insights, and stories through my new solo podcast, Beth of Fresh Air.

Awaken Beauty Podcast
What REALLY Happens When You Die

Awaken Beauty Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 1:43


Beloved, As a intuitive and long time hypnotherapist, I've seen many testimonies that what I'm about to share is one hundred percent true and will bring you warmth, hope and love into your heart. May it hep you see the big picture from your oversoul and highest timeline. Let's jump in. No One Crosses Over the Veil - AloneDeath is the greatest lie ever told. We never truly die. The soul is eternal energy that cannot be destroyed.Souls who cross over quickly realize heaven is real. Their main message: “I'm okay—and I'm still with you.”Grieving? Notice repeating numbers, flickering lights, temperature shifts, feeling watched, vivid dreams? These are signs from loved ones saying they're at peace.Most people fear death—even believers—especially when facing illness or unwilling to leave. That fear often spreads to those left behind.Every living being has a soul. It creates deep bonds, empathy, and love—even with pets. Souls ABSOLUTELY recognize other souls.Our innocent souls are created in the spark of light, from the council of light and source - and then sent to Earth with purpose, gifts, relationships, and lessons. Your Soul's Contract is pre-meditated and unleashed with FREE WILL. When our time ends, it's a transition—not an ending.At death, the soul leaves the body. Pain, illness, dementia, physical losses stay behind. The soul emerges whole and restored.Religion is a institution of beliefs and LAWS, but are NOT divine. “Souls dont go to heaven if they dont repent, soul's get lost or cannot transition….” - its all a notion I will challenge. No one crosses alone.Loved ones, family, friends, and pets in spirit are alerted and greet you.Deathbed visions are real and documented medically.Angels and the LIGHT are seen as one releases the carnal saturation of beliefs. Fear vanishes the instant you see familiar faces. Transition feels like stepping into a vivid, peaceful dream—weightless, worry-free, fully present.Many don't realize they've passed at first—too happy reuniting. If worried about loved ones left behind, they're often shown a preview of their future to ease guilt and allow peaceful release.Souls can briefly linger during transition—see and hear the living, choose when to fully cross.Near-death experiences confirm this: freedom from pain, reunions, then return. They prove there's no true end.On the other side, souls pick personal signs—butterflies, songs, cardinals, rainbows—to reach you and ways to help—guiding love, support, and more.They stay involved—watching over big moments and tough times. Talk to them. They're eager to connect through signs, dreams, and feelings.The more you learn about the afterlife, the less fear you feel—and the stronger the connection grows. Your loved ones are always near.LOVE, KASSANDRAPS: How would your life change if you reduced daily overwhelm and improved your intuition?Step into The Light Between* Daily Insights: Sharpen focus and align actions with your truth.* A 5-Layer Path to get clear in times of stress or a daily self inquiry for growth and expansion.NEXT STEPS: 1. Start FREE atwww.thelightbetweenoracle.com 2. Sign in and explore with Celestia and Lucidia (FREE GUIDES) to explore your astrology transits and dream world. You can upgrade for .20/day to gain access to the 5-Layer Path with the choice of the 5 Guiding Lights - to truly get to the heart of what matters.The Light Between is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thelightbetween.substack.com/subscribe

Consciousness Insider
EP179 The Story of Creation Part 103

Consciousness Insider

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 40:44


Most humans feel it — that something about this world, about themselves, about reality… doesn't add up. In Episode 179 of the Authentic Human Podcast, Part 103 of The Story of Creation, Michelle Vickers explores the deeper truth behind human consciousness, control, religion, and existence itself — not from belief, but from remembrance. You were created to explore existence, not prove your worth inside it. 00:00 – Why Humanity Feels Disconnected From the Creator 03:12 – The One Creator Behind Every Religion Explained 06:08 – How Control Systems Replaced Direct Human Truth 09:41 – Free Will, Creation & the Original Design of Humanity 13:02 – Why Nothing About Humanity Is Actually Broken 16:18 – The Illusion of Good vs Evil and Human Judgment 19:27 – How Religion Trained Humans to Seek Permission 22:44 – Why Fear, Anxiety & Suffering Persist in Humanity 26:11 – Restoring Truth vs Reclaiming Inner Authority 29:38 – The Role of the New Leaders of Humanity 33:06 – Why Fighting the System Can Never Free Humanity 37:12 – The Future of Humanity Begins With Individual Truth In this episode, we uncover: • Why humanity has been conditioned to distrust its own instincts • How control systems replaced direct connection to consciousness • The misunderstood role of religion, Lucifer, and “good vs evil” • Why truth feels threatening — and why it was never meant to be • How anxiety, imbalance, and suffering are symptoms, not failures • What the future of humanity actually depends on 🎙 The Authentic Human Podcast 📖 The Story of Creation – Part 103 If something resonates: 👉 Subscribe to continue the journey 👉 Comment with what landed for you 👉 Share this with someone who's questioning reality right now You don't need permission to remember who you are. Watch The Story of Creation from the beginning: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtY9aRgn79cba9wSRRx-vkT1crKnyBotq #StoryOfCreation #HumanConsciousness #Authentichuman

Freedomain with Stefan Molyneux
6289 The Greatest Listener Questions - 2!

Freedomain with Stefan Molyneux

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 37:08


Stefan Molyneux tackles moral dilemmas through the lens of Universally Preferable Behavior. He delves into love and moral bonds, separating the care for babies from romantic attachments, and stresses that truth should guide moral duties rather than blind loyalty—particularly in cases of family abuse. He touches on issues like shared parenting and favoritism toward relatives, pushing for decisions based on ability instead of connections. Molyneux also looks at how stories of victimhood can undermine one's sense of control and underscores free will as a core part of ethical thinking. He wraps up by considering the duty to seek virtue, noting how choices today shape what comes next for others.GET FREEDOMAIN MERCH! https://shop.freedomain.com/SUBSCRIBE TO ME ON X! https://x.com/StefanMolyneuxFollow me on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/@freedomain1GET MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING', THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI, AND THE FULL AUDIOBOOK!https://peacefulparenting.com/Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!Subscribers get 12 HOURS on the "Truth About the French Revolution," multiple interactive multi-lingual philosophy AIs trained on thousands of hours of my material - as well as AIs for Real-Time Relationships, Bitcoin, Peaceful Parenting, and Call-In Shows!You also receive private livestreams, HUNDREDS of exclusive premium shows, early release podcasts, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/UPB2025

The HEAL Podcast
Living A Guided Life: Signs and Support from Beyond with Psychic Medium, Laura Lynne Jackson

The HEAL Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 65:38


Have you ever felt like something unseen is guiding you… even when life doesn't make sense? In this episode, I'm joined by internationally renowned psychic medium, teacher, and New York Times bestselling author Laura Lynne Jackson for a heartfelt conversation about intuition, trust, and living what she calls an illuminated life. We talk about the signs we receive from our Team of Light, the inner knowing we often doubt, and what happens when we finally surrender control and allow life to unfold with more grace. Laura shares insights from her latest book, Guided: The Secret Path to an Illuminated Life, and we explore how guidance shows up through love, loss, healing, and even the moments that feel confusing or painful. This conversation touches on consciousness beyond the physical body, grief and continuing bonds, emotional release, forgiveness, boundaries, and divine timing—without trying to explain it all away. It's not about bypassing the hard parts of life but learning how to walk through the darkness with more trust, awareness, and compassion. If you've been questioning your path, feeling disconnected from loved ones who've passed, or wondering whether you're truly supported… This episode is an invitation to listen differently, and find alignment through intention and love. You are more guided than you realize. Key Moments You'll Love ✨:

Dr. James White on SermonAudio
Road Trip DL from Flower Mound: Lots of Topics, Mainly Atonement and Free Will

Dr. James White on SermonAudio

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 67:00


A new MP3 sermon from Alpha and Omega Ministries is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Road Trip DL from Flower Mound: Lots of Topics, Mainly Atonement and Free Will Subtitle: The Dividing Line 2026 Speaker: Dr. James White Broadcaster: Alpha and Omega Ministries Event: Podcast Date: 2/4/2026 Length: 67 min.

The Lutheran Witness Podcast
Following the Formula, Article II: Free Will — LW Searching Scripture, February 2026

The Lutheran Witness Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 27:56


“Free will” is not a phrase found in the Bible. The concept seems to have been brought into Christian theology by the church father Tertullian (160–240), who likely borrowed it from Stoic philosophy. Augustine (354–430) wrote a treatise called "On Free Choice of the Will" early in his career but altered some of his views later, which led to much debate and confusion on the issue throughout the Middle Ages. The Roman Catholic Desiderius Erasmus (1466–1536) wrote a treatise on free will against Martin Luther, to which Luther replied with his "Bondage of the Will" in 1525. The second article of the Formula of Concord upholds Luther's biblical teachings on free will but also clarifies misunderstandings about Luther's teachings that had persisted in the decades after 1525. The central question of this article is: After the fall, what are unregenerate human beings able to do, from their own will and intellect, toward their conversion and regeneration? (See FC SD II 2.) The answer logically follows from the preceding article on original sin, which exposes us as guilty, condemned sinners under God's wrath. Until the Holy Spirit converts us to Christ, we are powerless to enter a saving relationship with God or even prepare ourselves to receive God's grace. This teaching also safeguards the truth of the Gospel: God does everything necessary to save us and we, by faith, receive His salvation totally as a gift. Rev. Carl Roth, pastor of Grace Lutheran Church in Elgin, TX, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the “Searching Scripture” feature in the February 2026 issue of the Lutheran Witness titled “Article II: Free Will” on Article II in the Formula of Concord. This year, “Searching Scripture” is themed “Following the Formula” and will walk through the Formula of Concord in the Augsburg Confession. Follow along every month! Before starting this study, it may be helpful to read FC Ep II on Free Will (p. 477–479 in Concordia: The Lutheran Confessions, CPH 2005). Or follow along with the full Formula of Concord monthly reading plan at witness.lcms.org/reading-plan. Listen to the Coffee Hour episode with Rev. Brady Finnern on Article II at kfuo.org/2025/02/03/coffee-hour-020425-free-will-in-the-formula-of-concord, and find correlating Concord Matters episodes at kfuo.org/formulaofconcord. Find online exclusives of the Lutheran Witness at witness.lcms.org and subscribe to the Lutheran Witness at cph.org/witness.

The Coffee Hour from KFUO Radio
Following the Formula, Article II: Free Will — LW Searching Scripture, February 2026

The Coffee Hour from KFUO Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 27:56


“Free will” is not a phrase found in the Bible. The concept seems to have been brought into Christian theology by the church father Tertullian (160–240), who likely borrowed it from Stoic philosophy. Augustine (354–430) wrote a treatise called "On Free Choice of the Will" early in his career but altered some of his views later, which led to much debate and confusion on the issue throughout the Middle Ages. The Roman Catholic Desiderius Erasmus (1466–1536) wrote a treatise on free will against Martin Luther, to which Luther replied with his "Bondage of the Will" in 1525. The second article of the Formula of Concord upholds Luther's biblical teachings on free will but also clarifies misunderstandings about Luther's teachings that had persisted in the decades after 1525. The central question of this article is: After the fall, what are unregenerate human beings able to do, from their own will and intellect, toward their conversion and regeneration? (See FC SD II 2.) The answer logically follows from the preceding article on original sin, which exposes us as guilty, condemned sinners under God's wrath. Until the Holy Spirit converts us to Christ, we are powerless to enter a saving relationship with God or even prepare ourselves to receive God's grace. This teaching also safeguards the truth of the Gospel: God does everything necessary to save us and we, by faith, receive His salvation totally as a gift. Rev. Carl Roth, pastor of Grace Lutheran Church in Elgin, TX, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the “Searching Scripture” feature in the February 2026 issue of the Lutheran Witness titled “Article II: Free Will” on Article II in the Formula of Concord. This year, “Searching Scripture” is themed “Following the Formula” and will walk through the Formula of Concord in the Augsburg Confession. Follow along every month! Before starting this study, it may be helpful to read FC Ep II on Free Will (p. 477–479 in Concordia: The Lutheran Confessions, CPH 2005). Or follow along with the full Formula of Concord monthly reading plan at witness.lcms.org/reading-plan. Listen to the Coffee Hour episode with Rev. Brady Finnern on Article II at kfuo.org/2025/02/03/coffee-hour-020425-free-will-in-the-formula-of-concord, and find correlating Concord Matters episodes at kfuo.org/formulaofconcord. Find online exclusives of the Lutheran Witness at witness.lcms.org and subscribe to the Lutheran Witness at cph.org/witness. Have a topic you'd like to hear about on The Coffee Hour? Contact us at: listener@kfuo.org.

Nephilim Death Squad
The Relational Universe w/ Douglas Hamp

Nephilim Death Squad

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 102:54 Transcription Available


Is reality built on relationships… not particles?In this mind-bending episode, we sit down with Douglas Hamp to explore the groundbreaking concept of The Relational Universe — a model that challenges modern materialistic science and reframes reality through biblical cosmology, quantum theory, and theological philosophy.We break down how relational physics may explain consciousness, spiritual dimensions, supernatural phenomena, and the true nature of God's design. If reality is relational rather than mechanical, it radically changes how we understand creation, free will, time, and humanity's place in the cosmos.Douglas Hamp joins us to discuss how ancient biblical concepts may align with modern scientific discoveries and why this model could unify science and faith in ways rarely explored.

To Every Man An Answer
To Every Man an Answer 2/4/2026

To Every Man An Answer

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 56:19


5:59 - Are Jesus Only people saved? / 11:19 - What is the intersection of Free Will and God's Sovereignty? / 21:13 - Why is Wisdom characterized as a woman? / 39:40 - If aborted babies go to heaven, shouldn't we focus on unsaved adults? / 49:18 - Why does God allow birth defects?

A Lost Plot
Episode 180: The Matrix Reloaded: Fight Scenes vs. Narrative

A Lost Plot

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 59:12


Find our review of The Matrix here:  https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/alostplot/episodes/2026-01-30T16_36_07-08_00 In this episode, Maverick and Andrew delve into the complexities of 'The Matrix Reloaded,' exploring its plot, character dynamics, and thematic elements. They discuss Neo's development, the significance of love and sacrifice, and critique the film's extensive fight scenes. They delve into the complexities of character choices and themes in the Matrix series, particularly focusing on Neo's dilemma between saving Trinity and humanity, the evolution of villains, and the implications of belief and love. They discuss the effectiveness of cliffhangers and the film's themes of free will versus determinism, ultimately reflecting on the film's impact and success despite its critiques.----------Highlights:0:00 ‘The Matrix Reloaded' Introduction6:15 Neo16:06 Does the Film Raise the Stakes?27:12 The Architect's Revelation36:36 The Agents & The Architect39:12 Morpheus & Trinity49:18 Themes & Messages52:15 Conclusion & Lasting Impact#matrix #matrixreloaded #neo #morpheus #keanureeves #alostplot #wachowski #film #filmreview #fightscenes #love #cliffhanger #ai #agentsmith

The Dance Of Life Podcast with Tudor Alexander
Why I Am NOT a Calvinist: Separating Biblical Monergism From Traditions of Men

The Dance Of Life Podcast with Tudor Alexander

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 247:40


A lot of the crybabies cry that I'm a Calvinist, because I believe in total depravity, unconditional election, limited atonement, irresistible grace and perseverance of the saints. But these aren't Calvin's ideas, they are what the bible teach. Today you're going to learn the many problems with Calvinism and how to have a more narrow faith as a biblical monergist. * 00:00 - Introduction* 10:15 - What is Biblical Monergism?* 52:57 - The Problem of Philosophy* 1:20:26 - The Problems of Calvinism * 1:26:59 - Eternal Conscious Torment* 1:41:03 - Sunday Sacredness * 1:49:04 - Eschatology* 2:09:16 - Free Will * 2:46:05 - The Author of Sin* 3:02:02 - The Wills of God* 3:23:35 - Calvin's Connections* 3:44:52 - Martin Luther* 3:50:24 - Final Thoughts This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.danceoflife.com/subscribe

Know Thyself
E181 - Joscha Bach: A Cognitive Scientist's Guide to Consciousness & The Illusion of Reality

Know Thyself

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2026 87:01


Joscha Bach explores the nature of consciousness, free will, and reality through the lens of computation, cognitive science, and philosophy. Rather than treating the mind as a mystical entity, Joscha frames consciousness as a constructed dream—a model generated by the brain to make sense of the world and coordinate behavior.We examine why beliefs should remain provisional, how the self functions as a useful fiction, and why suffering emerges when internal learning signals misfire. Joscha explains why free will feels real even if decisions arise before awareness, how meaning exists beyond the individual ego, and why wisdom is not simply knowledge but the ability to orient oneself within larger systems of value.BON CHARGE - 15% off red light therapy products I personally usehttps://www.boncharge.com/knowthyself[Code: KNOWTHYSELF]André's Book Recs: https://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com/book-list___________00:00 — Intro: Josha Bach04:24 — Agnosticism, Evidence, and Logical Alternatives11:20 — Reality as a Mental Simulation13:00 — What Physicalism Actually Claims16:55 — Telepathy, Rituals, and Distributed Minds19:45 — Consciousness Does Not Make Decisions22:55 — Free Will as a Post-Hoc Story24:00 — Consciousness as a Trance State26:00 — Meditation and the Illusion of Self29:10 — Out-of-Body Experiences Explained31:07 — Ad: BON CHARGE36:30 — Why the Brain Fills in Missing Reality39:50 — Dreams, Selves, and Narrative Identity43:20 — Intelligence, Models, and World-Building47:10 — Why Reality Feels Stable51:00 — Meaning, Agency, and Mental Compression55:10 — Why Consciousness Feels Central (But Isn't)59:30 — The Psychological World vs Physical Reality1:04:10 — Intelligence Without Awareness1:08:45 — The Cost of Believing the Self Is Real1:13:30 — Waking Up From the Narrative1:18:40 — What a Cognitive Science View Really Implies1:23:30 — Final Thoughts: Living Inside the Dream___________Episode Resources: https://www.cimc.ai/https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcasthttps://www.knowthyselfpodcast.comListen to the show:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4bZMq9lApple: https://apple.co/4iATICX

Conspiracy Theories & Unpopular Culture
MKULTRA Pt 4: Project MONARCH, MHCHAOS, Trauma Programming, Cathy O'Brien & Charles Manson!

Conspiracy Theories & Unpopular Culture

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2026 16:34


https://wp.me/P2ijVF-aRL Enter VIP Section FREE with COUPON CODE: "MKULTRA" (*exp 2/28/26)On today's episode of the Occult Symbolism and Pop Culture with Isaac Weishaupt podcast we complete our 4-part MKULTRA deep dive with the February Supporters-Only BONUS episode! In Part 4 we'll cover Cathy O'Brien's TRANCEformation of America book where we get the theory about sex slaves and Project MONARCH, the Order of the Rose, Michael Aquino, Bohemian Grove, Wizard of Oz & Presidential Diamond Programming, Sascha Riley, and shape shifting lizard people. We'll also briefly look at Tom O'Neill's CHAOS book about Charles Manson being a subject in the experiments, the Haight-Ashbury mind control experiments COINTELPRO/CHAOS and neutralizing the left. We'll wrap up our conclusions about the MKULTRA series with some final thoughts!DON'T MISS THIS ONE! Get in VIP Section for FREE with COUPON CODE: "MKULTRA" will get you access to this episode in the VIP Section (*ad-free, early access & hundreds of bonus shows): https://wp.me/P2ijVF-aRL Expires Feb 28, 2026NOW UP AD-FREE ON SUPPORTER FEEDS! Free feed gets a preview!Links:Sascha Riley claims: https://breakingsocialnorms.com/2026/01/15/sascha-riley-epstein-trump-trafficking-and-elite-party-conspiracies/Help me get to 100K on YouTube!: https://youtu.be/M-vnMN8DvUM (*Supporter feeds Tier 2 members get videos with early access, no ads)All My Links: AllMyLinks.com/IsaacW (social media, Audible, online store for signed books, shirts & more)SUPPORTER FEEDS: Go ad-free with HUNDREDS of bonus episodes, early access and books!Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/illuminatiwatcher,VIP Section: https://wp.me/P2ijVF-aRL (*with comparsion of Apple vs Patreon vs VIP)Apple Podcasts Premium! You can now go ad-free with ALL the bonus episodes on the Apple app- just open up the podcast and subscribe!MKULTRA Series Links:MKULTRA Pt 1: CIA's Mind Control Program, Pop Culture Examples & David McGowan's Programmed to Kill! https://illuminatiwatcher.com/mkultra-pt-1-cias-mind-control-program-pop-culture-examples-david-mcgowans-programmed-to-kill/MKULTRA Pt 2: CIA's Satanic Black Magic Ops, Assassinations & Brainwashing Doctors! https://illuminatiwatcher.com/mkultra-pt-2-cias-satanic-black-magic-ops-assassinations-brainwashing-doctors/MKULTRA Pt 3: Poisoner in Chief & the CIA Turning Science Fiction Into Mind Control Reality! https://illuminatiwatcher.com/mkultra-pt-3-sydney-gottlieb-operation-paperclip-midnight-climax-cia-science-fiction/MKULTRA Pt 4: Project MONARCH, MHCHAOS, Trauma Programming, Cathy O'Brien & Charles Manson! 

Victory Life KY
Bring Your Bible

Victory Life KY

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2026 59:38


2 Timothy 3:16-17 (NKJV) ALL SCRIPTURE is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work. God knew that because of FREE WILL, humanity would have to have a POINT OF REFERENCE that truth stems from. So He put together a collection of books that we know as the Bible.

Alchemy For Life  -  How to's, observations, and tangible doable solutions to reduce stress, get control, have more fun.

If your resolutions failed this is why, and this is how you can have success in 2026. The New Year’s Resolution Check-In It’s February 1st. How did you do on your New Year’s resolutions? I know. I know. Here we go. But it’s not something I’m ever going to stop talking about. and we’ve had at least one, if not two or more episodes on New Year’s resolutions and how I feel about them. So, let’s just jump into it, shall we? If you’re a longtime listener, you know that I try to compress a lot of conversation. And I say conversation because I feel like you get to say something and think something. I compress a lot of that into 10 minutes. And one of the ways I do that is by using pause. And I think it’s an amazing tool to be able to use. So, I say something and then I ask you to pause and then you have infinite amount of time to think about or work through what I just said and then you restart it again. So, we’re going to do this a lot this time and it’s going to be based on this sound. If you recognize that sound, it’s the sound you get when you check off an item in check mark. So, how did you do on your New Year’s resolutions so far considering that the entire month of January has passed? If your answer was not great, then why do you think that is? Give that some thought. So, do you think it was because you didn’t try hard enough or because of something else? Well, let me tell you this. If you decided to stop doing a thing, like I’m not going to be late anymore or doing a thing a lot more, then you’re only considering the action itself. The Limits of Free Will and Willpower And the action is always motivated by seeking pleasure or avoiding pain. And now you’re going to say, “But Mark, we’re not just some tiny binary combination of fervently seeking pleasure and running away from pain.” Well, that’s not what Freud found. That’s not what I found. And that’s not what the monsters and unicorns told me. But Mark, we have free will, don’t we? Um, yeah, kind of. Kind of, sort of. Um, but it depends on your definition because our free will is modified by those constantly running programs. If you’re late all the time, there’s a reason behind the action. And that’s literally what the word because means, the reason for the action, which is why I called the book BeCAUSE!. And you can say, well, Mark, I can just do it. I just have to do it. So then you’re describing using your strength of will. And strength of will is very powerful. Well, it’s sort of powerful by itself. What happens if you say, “Look, I have this thing that really annoys me. Um, I’m I’m not going to do that anymore. Period.” and you go, I’m exerting my free will right now and my strength of will. Well, what your strength of will is going to then do is it’s going to panic and be going, “Okay, we’re doing this, but man, this is tiring and oh my god, I can’t do this constantly. There’s got to be some reason why. What? There’s got to be some reason to allow me to do this. There’s got to be some motivation.” And then the monsters and unicorns kick in. The seeking pleasure and the avoiding pain. That’s how you get it done. That’s it in a nutshell. That’s how these things happen. So if you say, “I don’t want to be late anymore. You can try to use your strength of will, but your strength of will will search around for something or someone to help it.” And both the monsters and the unicorns, the seeking pleasure, the avoiding pains, can help together. You can actually have multiple unicorns and multiple monsters holding hands together to get it done. And in fact, most of those insurmountable things that you have done in your life that you look back on and you go, “How? Oh my god, how did I even do that?” They were because you were holding hands with monsters and unicorns at the time. Identifying the Motivation Behind Your Successes So then, let’s think about this with the next pause. If you were able to adhere to a New Year’s resolution this year and it has gone successfully and continues to do so, and now that you’ve done the 30-day mark, you’re pretty sure this is set in stone, think about the why of it. What was the reason behind that action? Okay, if you’re one of the lucky ones who actually did make a difference in your life, even if it’s a tiny one, you think, well, this was kind of trivial, but you know, I’m really glad I don’t do that. I’m really glad I decided not to always finish my plate even if I’m not hungry. I’m really glad that I eat slower or I’m more sensible or that I show up on time or what have you. You have just identified the monster andor unicorn that helped you. So, here’s a crazy thought. What if you could identify the monster and the unicorn before you know what action it’s modifying? Finding Your Recurring Monsters and Unicorns Because you will find with your monsters and unicorns, and again, seeking pleasure, avoiding pain for those who don’t like the mental image, but I love the mental image. Thank you very much. You’ll find that a certain unicorn keeps showing up. A certain monster keeps showing up. And they’re responsible for multiple things in your life. They’re responsible for multiple good things that you’re proud of. They’re responsible for multiple bad things that you’re not so thrilled with. Yeah. I tend to such and such. Right. Let’s do this. What What feeling or thing tends to make you look at the ground and go, “Yeah, I tend to da da da. It’s something I deal with. Okay, let’s do the opposite. What thing do you do that you say, “Well, yeah, I really like such and such.” And it seems to affect things. If you’ll notice, I was sort of vague with both of those things because again, monsters and unicorns can modify behavior in such a way as to make you do something that you are proud of or make you do something you’re not so proud of because neither is good, neither is bad. They are just programmatic features of the way our psyche works. You can get a lot of absolute joy in helping children or helping people learn or giving. You can get that same absolute joy in having a lot more ice cream than you should. Or deciding that dinner was delicious. I’m going to keep eating cuz oh my god, is this great and fun. Or it’s so much more fun to not work than to work. And again, the same is true for monsters. It can give you an absolutely terrible feeling to feel that you’re not being a good friend. But it can also give you an absolute terrible feeling to feel that you don’t want to work anymore. I don’t want to work anymore because working makes me feel like this. And that’s the same way it makes you feel when you’re a bad friend. What? Right? Because they’re neutral. Clarity Through Identifying Your Drivers I can’t stress enough, even though you may disagree, I can’t stress enough that these driving forces need to be identified in your life. And once they are identified, a lot of things will give you tremendous clarity. And I can tell you with my coaching system that I built, and it’s not just a system, but it’s a system the the I’m meaning a system as a way of doing things, but a system as a programatical thing I made online. So anyway, I’ve actually modified that system that has worked really well to include the concept of monsters and unicorns seeking pleasure and avoiding pain to make it a lot easier to help me to identify the paths and the ways for people to succeed. You can do the same for yourself without involving me. If you want to involve me, that would be awesome. But you don’t have to involve me. You can do it yourself if you identify the monsters and the unicorns. And again, if you’ve had some failure with New Year’s resolutions and you’ve and you’ve said, “I made that New Year’s resolution this year again,” then you know that you’re targeting a behavior and not targeting the things that power the behavior. And power is really an uh apppropo word. All the energy to do a thing comes from that. Pleasure and pain generate energy. They can both generate the same amount of energy but in different ways and with different feels to it. What Will You Do Differently? So one last pause for us. So my question is now that we’ve discussed this and now that you’ve thought through your New Year’s resolutions and maybe you did indeed come up with one that really you hit a wall on knowing about the monsters and the unicorns, what will you do different to attack this issue? Well, all righty then. I think we had a really good conversation this time. I really do. So, thank you as always for listening. Take a look at BeCAUSE! it’s a quick read and it makes a lot of sense. And um keep listening and if you think this was worth sharing, please do so. I would really appreciate that. And happy February.

Keys of the Kingdom
1/25/26: X-Space Q&A #10 - Kingdom Capitalism

Keys of the Kingdom

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2026 115:00


Leviticus study; Offerings rituals; Jesus was NOT a socialist; Defining Capitalism and Socialism; Means of production; Economic and political systems; What you produce is yours; The Jacob difference; Welfare from governments taken from your neighbor; System of Altars; Freewill offerings; Tithing; Sharing; Blood and sweat in the products you produce; Private property rights; Quotes on Kingdom Capitalism; Gen 1:28; Dominion?; Gen 34:10; Saving the compromised; Lev 25:10; Jubilee; Moses' provisions; Empowering the people; God wants you to own your labor; Be fruitful and multiply; Oba 1:17; Income tax; Fleshpots; Separation of Church and State; Is taxation theft?; 2 Thess 3:10; Biting your neighbor; Matt 25:14 Talents; Common sense?; Prov 10:22; Inheritance tax; Right to choose; Eph 4:28; Why altars and priests?; Early Christian communities; Private religion; Seeking the Kingdom of God and His righteousness; 1 Tim 6:6; Human resources; Repentance; Love of money?; philaguria = covetousness; Acts 4:32 All things common; Squirrels and honeybees; Corporate capitalism?; Family - first corporation; Police?; Perfect savages?; Property rights; Consent; Buying/Selling interest; Intellectual property rights; People's courts; "Copyright"; Seeing your covetous practices; Q from Isabelle: Who is my neighbor?; "Love thy neighbor as thyself"; Your influence; Keyword = "love"; Telling neighbor the truth; God is love - inspiration in your heart; "Milk and meat"; Altars of clay and stone; Weakening the poor; Minister's mission; Men exploiting men; Follow Christ - Strengthen your society.

Keys of the Kingdom
1/31/26: Leviticus 4 - Part 1

Keys of the Kingdom

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2026 105:00


Exodus - narrative how Moses was setting captives free; Returning men to family and possessions; How to form a free society - Pure Republic; Appetites for benefits = living at the expense of others; Degenerating the people; Distorting Moses; Imaginary Christians; Humility; Seeing your traumatization; "Evil"; Tree of Life; Explaining "weird" things; Peace offerings; shem-lamad-mem+yod+mem (shalom); "naked"; learning what you don't know; Lev 4:1 laws for sin offerings; "Corban"; Making word of God to none effect?; Coming to serve; How did God speak to Moses? Ignorance in spirit and reality; "sin"; Knowing sin; Revealing iniquity; Needing a king? Or God in your heart?; Priest sinning?; Religious "service"?; Pure Religion; Civil "right"; Citizen or stranger?; Missing metaphors; Rights of property; Portable land; Interest in property?; Marriage contracts; Your connections to government; Destroyers of liberty; Taking away others' rights; Contracting with the gods of men; Bullocks?; hey-pe-resh; Tabernacle of the congregation; "wood" on the "altar"; v5 - bullock's blood; life is in the blood; veils?; Righteousness!; v7 priest placing blood; horns of the altar; Vessels of Holy Spirit - within you; "Witchcraft"?; Freewill vs forced offerings; To whom do you pray for your daily bread; Living altars; Sharing priest's life upon the other living stones; Repentance; Holy Spirit change your thinking; v8 Fat?; Macabre ritual?; Making Jacob stink?; Becoming Israel; Idolatry = covetous practices; God wants you to come to Him; Forcing neighbor to provide for you is sin of covetousness; Defunding the police?; "bullocks" = "seek"; Christ's instructions; Making covenants with the world; Sureties for debt - human resources; FACE act?; Religious services?; Funding daily bread?; Taking from neighbors and their children; Seeking the kingdom of God and His righteousness; Once you know, you must choose your path; Returning to bondage?; Sending your steward to bite your neighbor; Becoming merchandise; The Word = right reason; The prodigal son - turn around to serve in Father's house; Wise giving - spiritual caring; "Elder"; aleph-tav; Sacrifice of the congregation; "fat" = what is good/valuable; Emotions can be blinding; How to be righteous; Start with seeking.

Beth El of Manhattan, Messianic Synagogue
Saved To The Uttermost (on "Shabbat Shirah")

Beth El of Manhattan, Messianic Synagogue

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2026 27:20


In this parasha Beshalach on "Shabbat Shirah" – "The (Red Sea rescue) Song-Shabbat" – we hear sung, "And you have become my salvation." This salvation/rescue is not some meager, just-barely-effective deflection of the sabotages of God's Adversary (Ha-Sa-táhn). It is the UTTERMOST "rescue" God can provide, leaving BOTH our Free-Will and His Sovereign Will honorably intact. Not "meager" - but "to the uttermost" we are saved. We explore this together now. Shalom!

Philosophy for our times
Freedom and Fate

Philosophy for our times

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 53:14


An individual "is responsible for everything he does," claimed Sartre. And from criminal justice to creative expression, free will and responsibility are central to our culture and our personal lives. Yet neuroscientists and materialist thinkers commonly maintain that freedom is an illusion. And it remains unknown how the core principles of freedom and responsibility can be reconciled with this outlook. Many attempts have been made to argue that the two seemingly contradictory frameworks can be made compatible. But critics say these "compatibilist" arguments are unconvincing and are driven merely by the attempt to make scientific materialism acceptable. Furthermore, whilst surveys suggest most materialist philosophers believe we can reconcile the two, the majority of us reject the idea that an action can be both determined and free.Paul Bloom is a Canadian-American psychologist, bestselling author, and celebrated speaker. He is Professor Emeritus at Yale and a professor at the University of Toronto. Bloom's work explores human nature, morality, and pleasure.Joining us from California is Robert Sapolsky. Sapolsky is a distinguished neuroscientist, primatologist, and author, best known for his research on stress and its impact on behaviour and health. He is also a professor at Stanford University.Lucy Allais is a philosopher at Johns Hopkins University and the University of the Witwatersrand, renowned for her work on Immanuel Kant. Her writing spans ethics, metaphysics, and political philosophy.Please do email us at podcast@iai.tv with any of your thoughts or questions on the episode!To witness such debates live buy tickets for our upcoming festival: https://howthelightgetsin.org/festivals/And visit our website for many more articles, videos, and podcasts like this one: https://iai.tv/You can find everything we referenced here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Cosmic Skeptic Podcast
#140 Sean Carroll - The Limits of Scientific Explanation

The Cosmic Skeptic Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 79:39


Get all sides of every story and be better informed at https://ground.news/AlexOC - subscribe for 40% off unlimited access.Come to my UK tour: https://www.livenation.co.uk/alex-o-connor-tickets-adp1641612.For early, ad-free access to videos, and to support the channel, subscribe to my Substack: https://www.alexoconnor.com.Sean Michael Carroll is an American theoretical physicist who specializes in quantum mechanics, cosmology, and the philosophy of science.TIMESTAMPS:0:00 – Tour0:32 – Can Science Alone Explain the Universe?6:08 – The Principle of Sufficient Reason10:07 – What Are the Laws of Physics?18:22 – The Fine-Tuning Argument32:39 – Does the Multiverse Undermine Morality?36:29 – Free Will and the Multiverse42:24 – What Is Emergence?56:21 – What “Stuff” Do Materialists Believe In?1:02:41 – How Does Consciousness Work on Materialism?1:17:31 – What Could Move Sean Away from Materialism?

Quite Frankly
Might is Right, Free Will & Pre-Cognition, Open Lines | Gigi Young 1/14/26

Quite Frankly

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 123:43


We've got @GigiYoung back to talk a little bit about what may be on tap for humanity in 2026, along with a few other big topics. First, what value does the concept of 'Might Makes Right' hold for us? Is it incumbent upon us to re-pair might with morality in order to save the West? I would also like to revisit the topic of Free Will, and how it relates to things like Pre-Cognition. Should be a great first hour, and then I need to make time for calls in the second half because the topics are rich and it has been too long since we were able to get a proper open lines segment in! Unleash Your Brain w/ Keto Brainz Nootropic 15% OFF w/ code JANUARY: https://tinyurl.com/2cess6y7 And a FREE BAG of Creatine with Orders over $100 E-Mail to Request for FREE SAMPLES! Sponsor Monthly for VIP Perks: https://www.quitefrankly.tv/sponsor One-Time Tip: http://www.paypal.me/QuiteFranklyLive Quite Frankly Amazon Storefront: https://amazon.com/shop/quitefranklyofficial Official Coffee & Mugs: https://www.coffeerevolution.shop/category/quite-frankly Official QF MERCH: https://tinyurl.com/f3kbkr4s Gold & Silver: https://quitefrankly.gold Send Holiday cards, Letters, and other small gifts, to the Quite Frankly P.O. Box! Quite Frankly 222 Purchase Street, #105 Rye, NY, 10580 Tip in Crypto: BTC: bc1q97w5aazjf7pjjl50n42kdmj9pqyn5zndwh3lng XRP: rnES2vQV6d2jLpavzf7y97XD4AfK1MjePu Quite Frankly Socials: Twitter/X: @QuiteFranklyTV Instagram: @QuiteFranklyOfficial Discord Chat: https://discord.gg/xPu7YEXXRY Official Forum: https://tinyurl.com/k89p88s8 Telegram: https://t.me/quitefranklytv Streaming Live On: QuiteFrankly.tv (Powered by Foxhole) Youtube: https://tinyurl.com/yc2cn395 Rumble: https://tinyurl.com/yeytwwyz Kick: https://kick.com/quitefranklytv Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/quitefranklylive Audio On Demand: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/301gcES iTunes: http://apple.co/2dMURMq SoundCloud: https://tinyurl.com/yc44m474