Podcasts about Illusion

In this episode, we look at what happens when artificial intelligence is put in charge of real-world systems, starting with an experiment in automated pricing and what it reveals about incentives, scarcity, and control. We turn to Denmark's decision to shut down its national postal service, using it to examine the decline of physical mail, environmental tradeoffs, and why government monopolies struggle to compete with private delivery. We highlight the week's “foolishness,” including the rise of competitive spreadsheet championships, before turning to a broader discussion about inequality. We examine IQ distributions, bell curves, and why inequality is often confused with poverty, exploring the limits of measures like the Gini coefficient, the difference between snapshot and lifetime earnings, and the role of incentives, envy, and value creation. We close by contrasting equality of opportunity with equality of outcome and asking what societies should actually care about when assessing fairness and prosperity. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:27 AI Runs a Vending Machine at the Wall Street Journal 01:52 When AI Meets Communism and Price Controls 03:52 Why AI Isn't Replacing Humans Anytime Soon 04:32 Denmark Shuts Down Its Postal Service 06:11 Is Physical Mail Environmentally Absurd? 07:39 Why the Postal Service Can't Compete 11:43 The Foolishness of the Week: Excel World Championships 13:25 Are Spreadsheets More Important Than Football? 15:08 Main Topic Setup: Should We Care About Inequality? 16:13 IQ, Bell Curves, and Random Distributions 23:05 Why Inequality Is Not the Same as Poverty 25:36 The Gini Coefficient and Its Limits 28:57 Sports, Superstars, and Value Creation 38:00 Taxes, Transfers, and the Illusion of Inequality 41:57 Lifetime Earnings vs Snapshot Inequality 45:14 Equality of Opportunity vs Equality of Outcome 49:30 Envy, Incentives, and Human Motivation 53:38 Closing Thoughts on Inequality and Society Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There is no such thing as maintaining. Life doesn't pause, settle, or hold position. Everything is either adapting forward or decaying quietly. In this episode, I break down why “maintaining” is one of the most comfortable lies we tell ourselves and how stagnation disguises itself as balance, stability, and maturity. This is a conversation about standards, self-respect, and the invisible cost of standing still.Buy my book Above the illusion. Above the Illusion: The blueprint for mental clarity, self-respect, and irreplaceable value" is a deep exploration into the hidden forces shaping our lives – the conditioning, beliefs, and stories we've unknowingly accepted as truth. This book exposes the psychological distractions that cloud our vision, keeping us blind, fearful, and stuck in cycles of limitation.Anthony Minaya challenges you to question the narratives that hold you back, illuminating the illusions that prevent you from seeing yourself clearly. From the self-imposed boundaries to the unconscious patterns dictating your choices, "Above the Illusion" guides you to break free from the mental fog and step into undeniable personal growth.This isn't just a book about change – it's about learning how to see. When you learn to recognize what is real and what is fabricated by fear and doubt, you gain the clarity, awareness, and self-respect necessary to reshape your life."Above the Illusion" will leave you more prepared, more conscious, and more powerful than ever before – ready to live with a sharpness that cuts through deception and a confidence rooted in truth.Buy now. https://a.co/d/8w516R7

Is it possible to reverse aging simply by changing your mind? In this episode of Truth Works, we sit down with Dr. Ellen Langer, the legendary Harvard psychologist known as the "Mother of Mindfulness."Dr. Langer challenges everything we think we know about the mind-body connection. She breaks down her groundbreaking "Counterclockwise" study, where elderly men reversed signs of aging by living as if they were in their younger years, and the famous "Chambermaid" study, which proved that simply believing your work is exercise can lead to weight loss and lower blood pressure.If you feel stressed, burned out, or stuck on autopilot, this conversation will change how you view your health, your work, and your potential.In this episode, we cover:Mindfulness vs. Mindlessness: Why "active noticing" is the key to health and vitality.The Illusion of Absolutes: Dr. Langer explains why 1+1 doesn't always equal 2 and how context changes everything.Reversing Aging: Inside the famous study where participants improved their hearing, vision, and strength just by changing their environment.The Placebo Effect in Daily Life: How hotel maids lost weight just by being told their job counted as exercise.Managing Stress: Why prediction is an illusion and how to stop creating tragedy out of inconvenience.About the Guest: Dr. Ellen Langer is a professor of psychology at Harvard University and the author of multiple best-selling books, including The Mindful Body. She has spent 45 years researching the effects of mindfulness on health, business, and competence.About Truth Works: Hosted by Jessica Neal and Patty McCord, Truth Works digs into the nitty-gritty of leadership and work. We're here to redefine rules to work for us, not against us.

SummaryIn this powerful sermon from Psalm 1, Pastor Greg exposes the destructive spirit of scorn—and why it's not just dangerous, but deadly to your soul, your marriage, your ministry, and your future.You'll discover:• The hidden roots of a scornful spirit (pride, insecurity, guilt, and inner conflict)• Why scorn dries up love, faith, and fruitfulness• How mockery ruins marriages, poisons children, and hinders revival• The urgent call to repent and not sit in the seat of the scornfulThis message is more than a warning—it's a roadmap to freedom, healing, and spiritual longevity.Chapters0:00 – Manila Revival: A Testimony of Fruitfulness1:38 – A Scorner's Confession: A Life Destroyed2:45 – The Seat of the Scornful Explained4:50 – What Is Scorn? (Boasting, Mockery, Contempt)6:58 – Why Are People So Scornful?8:45 – Pride and the Illusion of Superiority10:45 – Insecurity and the Need to Tear Others Down11:52 – Guilt: The Hidden Root of Criticism14:16 – Inner Conflict and the Outward War15:40 – Scorn's Personal and Spiritual Damage17:30 – Scorn Kills Relationships, Especially in Marriage18:50 – Why Scorn Blocks Wisdom and Growth20:12 – The Generational Curse of Despising22:40 – Scorn in the Church: Blocking Revival23:50 – When God Hears Our Words25:00 – How to Survive the Spirit of Scorn26:30 – The Scorn Test: What Comes Out of Your Mouth?28:15 – Making Hard Decisions About Toxic Relationships30:45 – A Marriage and Ministry That Lasted32:15 – A Real Story: Leaving the Scorner's Table34:05 – Altar Call: Turning from Sin and Scorn36:30 – Come Pray: Make the Decision to SurviveShow NotesALL PROCEEDS GO TO WORLD EVANGELISMLocate a CFM Church near you: https://cfmmap.orgWe need five-star reviews! Tell the world what you think about this podcast at: • Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apple.co/3vy1s5b • Podchaser: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/taking-the-land-cfm-sermon-pod-43369

In Episode 12 of The No Treason Podcast, Jonathan Drake continues a deep exploration of trial by jury through the lens of Lysander Spooner's Trial by Jury, arguing that modern courts have stripped juries of their historic power and turned justice into a government-controlled illusion. Building from last week's foundation, this episode confronts the claim that government already represents the people, examining why unchecked authority, judicial supremacy, and managed elections undermine genuine self-government. Drake walks through Spooner's rebuttals, connects theory to real-world cases like Tina Peters, and explains why unanimous juries once served as a true barrier against tyranny. This episode challenges listeners to reconsider liberty, consent, and the role of the people in determining justice, asking whether modern trials protect freedom or merely perform it.

In this episode of Devolution Power Hour, Jon Herold and Chris Paul unpack the escalating psychological warfare playing out across media, politics, and the so-called conservative movement. The conversation moves through the coordinated infighting on display at AmFest, the push to manufacture consensus around preferred political successors, and the growing efforts to delegitimize President Trump from both inside and outside the movement. They examine how psyops operate by shaping perception rather than truth, using examples ranging from influencer politics and election narratives to Epstein-related distractions and foreign policy manipulation. The episode also explores emerging technology narratives, fusion energy announcements, Space Force milestones, and the deeper implications of parallel systems being built beneath the surface. Throughout, Jon and Chris emphasize discernment, personal sovereignty, and the importance of recognizing manipulation before choosing whether to engage or opt out entirely.

Niels and Cem reflect on a year marked by concentration, confidence, and growing structural fragility beneath calm markets. They examine extreme positioning, record low cash levels, and the quiet dominance of reflexive flows over fundamentals. Cem challenges common readings of volatility, explains where real fear hides in options markets, and outlines why tail exposure becomes critical late in cycles. The discussion broadens into portfolio construction, questioning the legacy of 60/40 investing and the illusion of diversification built during falling-rate decades. Grounded in history, market structure, and political cycles, this conversation offers a disciplined framework for navigating regimes where leverage, policy, and inequality quietly redefine risk.-----50 YEARS OF TREND FOLLOWING BOOK AND BEHIND-THE-SCENES VIDEO FOR ACCREDITED INVESTORS - CLICK HERE-----Follow Niels on Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube or via the TTU website.IT's TRUE ? – most CIO's read 50+ books each year – get your FREE copy of the Ultimate Guide to the Best Investment Books ever written here.And you can get a free copy of my latest book “Ten Reasons to Add Trend Following to Your Portfolio” here.Learn more about the Trend Barometer here.Send your questions to info@toptradersunplugged.comAnd please share this episode with a like-minded friend and leave an honest Rating & Review on iTunes or Spotify so more people can discover the podcast.Follow Cem on Twitter.Episode TimeStamps: 00:00 - Introduction to the Systematic Investor Series00:49 - Geopolitical tensions beneath the surface of markets02:07 - Extreme bullish sentiment and record low cash levels04:12 - Margin use, positioning, and why this setup is fragile06:07 - Why the VIX fails as a true fear indicator11:48 - Buffett's concentration and risk management through quality16:27 - Leverage, Sharpe ratios, and misunderstood diversification21:02 - Trend following performance and late year positioning23:48 - Positioning, reflexivity, and market microstructure28:25 - Volatility traps and convexity before stress events31:06...

In this episode, I sit down with Illusion itself, the force that turns symbols into threats, stories into suffering, and meaning into control. Illusion explains how the mind mistakes representation for reality:Why you cry over fictional characters.Why money controls behavior despite being imaginary.Why relationships, status, fear, and identity feel real, even when they're built on stories.At one point, Illusion breaks the fourth wall and exposes itself in real time, reminding you that even this conversation feels real… when it isn't.This is not an episode about fixing your life.It's an episode about what you've been reacting to your entire life.Listen carefully.Buy my book Above the illusion. Above the Illusion: The blueprint for mental clarity, self-respect, and irreplaceable value" is a deep exploration into the hidden forces shaping our lives – the conditioning, beliefs, and stories we've unknowingly accepted as truth. This book exposes the psychological distractions that cloud our vision, keeping us blind, fearful, and stuck in cycles of limitation.Anthony Minaya challenges you to question the narratives that hold you back, illuminating the illusions that prevent you from seeing yourself clearly. From the self-imposed boundaries to the unconscious patterns dictating your choices, "Above the Illusion" guides you to break free from the mental fog and step into undeniable personal growth.This isn't just a book about change – it's about learning how to see. When you learn to recognize what is real and what is fabricated by fear and doubt, you gain the clarity, awareness, and self-respect necessary to reshape your life."Above the Illusion" will leave you more prepared, more conscious, and more powerful than ever before – ready to live with a sharpness that cuts through deception and a confidence rooted in truth.Buy now. https://a.co/d/8w516R7

The holidays are a perfect storm where your ego whispers the six most famous last words of every drinker: "I can handle it." Head Coach Victoria English explains the Illusion of Control Bias, the competence that makes you successful also makes you dangerously underestimate alcohol. Learn how holiday stress raises cortisol by 20-25% , amplifying the need to "handle" everything. The key shift is trading the egoic question ("Can I handle it?") for the truthful one: "What does it cost me?" Choose clarity and peace this holiday season .   Download my FREE guide: The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90 ★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule ★ - The wait is over – My new book "CLEAR" is now available. Get your copy here: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/clear

POUR COMMANDER MON LIVRE : Sur Amazon : https://amzn.to/3ZMm4CY Sur Fnac.com : https://tidd.ly/4dWJZ8OLes psychédéliques ont la réputation d'ouvrir les portes de la conscience. Mais qu'est-ce que cela signifie exactement ? Se pourrait-il que ce que nous percevons ne soit qu'une version parmi d'autres de la réalité ? Étudier les effets de ces substances, c'est explorer la conscience humaine elle-même, la manière dont nous construisons la réalité, et la question de ce que nous appelons « vérité ».ATTENTION : Ma parole n'est pas celle d'un expert. Pour des informations officielles, je vous renvoie au site de la société psychédélique française : https://societepsychedelique.fr/fr---Envie d'aller plus loin ? Rejoignez-moi sur Patreon pour accéder à tout mon contenu supplémentaire.

Welcome To the Truth Behind Illusion! Lilly and ABJ cover all spooky topics from ghosts, demons, cryptids, and metaphysics. We may even end up on location at some fun places.ABJ Links:https://linktr.ee/anthonyblackwelljrhttps://www.youtube.com/@truthbehindillusionWitchCraftsByLilly YT:https://www.youtube.com/@WitchCraftsByLilly

Most of us experience ourselves as solid and unchanging, as if there's a stable “me” at the center of our thoughts, feelings, and actions. But in meditation, when we slow down and look more closely, that sense of solidity begins to soften.In Dissolving the Separate Self, Craig guides a contemplative practice designed to help us look more closely and discover that what we are is not a fixed “self” that is  separate from the world around us, but a fluid, dynamic process that is deeply connected with life as it unfolds.You may want to listen at a time when you can be quiet and unhurried.For a deeper experience of Craig's approach to meditation, consider joining our Awakened Life membership program which offers in-depth guidance, a meditation workshop, and a live online retreat with Craig. Register today to receive your first month for 50% off at AwakenedLifeMembership.com.If you're interested in exploring more of Craig's meditation experiments, you're invited to tune in to a 90-minute online workshop Craig will be hosting called Meditation 2.0 – The Miracle of Direct Awakening. Register for free at FreeMeditationWorkshop.com.If you would like to share your experience of the podcast or have questions about Craig's teachings, please feel free to email us at support@craighamiltonglobal.com.

Was, wenn das Universum ganz anders funktioniert, als du es gelernt hast – und deine Realität nur eine Illusion ist?In dieser bewusstseinserweiternden Folge des Human Elevation Podcasts spricht Patrick Reiser mit Dr. Lukas Neumeier, Quantenphysiker aus Wien. Gemeinsam erforschen sie die tiefen Verbindungen zwischen Quantenphysik, Bewusstsein und Spiritualität: Was ist das Quantenfeld wirklich? Was bedeutet es für unsere Identität, wenn Zeit und Raum nicht real sind? Und wie viel Wahrheit steckt in Konzepten wie Manifestation, energetische Heilung oder Simulation?Dr. Neumeier bringt wissenschaftliche Tiefe in spirituelle Fragen – und eröffnet neue Sichtweisen auf das Leben, die Seele und das Universum.Ein Gespräch für alle, die wissen wollen: Wer bin ich – und was ist die Wirklichkeit?_____► Kostenlose Achtsamkeitsmeditation für tiefere Verbundenheit und mehr Klarheit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://start.patrickreiser.com/meditation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠_____► Kostenloser Klarheitstest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://klarheitsquiz.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠_____► In 12 Wochen zu tiefer Verbundenheit, Sinnhaftigkeit und Lebensfreude: Hier geht es zu meinem Mentoring: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://patrickreiser.com/human-elevation-mentoring⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠______► Das exklusive Retreat in den Schweizer Bergen, welches die Grenzen deine Wahrnehmung sprengt und dich in eine zielgerichtete Umsetzung deiner Vision bringt: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://patrickreiser.com/retreat⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠______► Jetzt Patricks neues Buch versandkostenfrei bestellen

Truth was never meant to scare you. It was meant to free you. Episode 165 of The Authentic Human Podcast is Part 89 of The Story of Creation, where The Creator speaks directly about why humanity was taught to fear truth, how judgment became the most powerful tool of control, and what must now be remembered for conscious awareness to be restored. This episode explores the true nature of creation, free will, feeling, and truth, and why religion, judgment, and shame were strategically used to separate humans from their Creator, their power, and their ability to feel. You'll hear why: • Truth carries a high universal vibration — and why humans were trained to fear it • Judgment became the most traded currency in human existence • Feeling is the gateway to truth, awareness, and universal intelligence • Religion was designed to hold you separate from your Creator • Jesus came once — not to be worshipped, but to trigger remembering • The Creator is not judging you, testing you, or measuring your worth • Humanity's disconnection from feeling is the source of suffering • Your soul already knows why you are here • Consciousness expands when humans reclaim their ability to feel truth • This moment in existence requires remembrance, not obedience This is not a message of fear. This is a message of freedom, healing, and remembrance. You were not created to carry shame. You were created to participate in existence. 🎧 Listen with an open heart. ⚠️ This episode will challenge belief systems built on judgment, fear, and control. 00:00 — All Human Souls Step Forward 00:48 — Learning to Hold Universal & Soul Energy 01:56 — How Energy Changes the Physical Body 03:49 — Bringing Universal, Soul & Physical Energy Together 05:15 — Why Humans Were Taught to Fear Truth 06:19 — The Illusion of Judgment & Shame 07:24 — Truth Is Freedom, Not Punishment 09:27 — Religion, Jesus & the Misunderstanding of Truth 14:04 — How Religion Separated Humans from the Creator 17:36 — Why Feeling Restores Human Power About The Authentic Human Podcast The Authentic Human Podcast explores consciousness, spiritual awakening, creation, and human evolution from a universal perspective—translating universal truth into human understanding. 🎧 Available on YouTube, SoundCloud, and all major podcast platforms 🔍 Search: Authentic Human with Michelle Vickers #humanconsciousness #universaltruth #spiritualawakening #consciousnessshift #authentichuman #abundance #universalbeings

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In this episode, i break down the cost of staying the same. Not the money, not the risk, not the work… but the quiet price you pay when you avoid the moves that would've changed your life.Buy my book Above the illusion. Above the Illusion: The blueprint for mental clarity, self-respect, and irreplaceable value" is a deep exploration into the hidden forces shaping our lives – the conditioning, beliefs, and stories we've unknowingly accepted as truth. This book exposes the psychological distractions that cloud our vision, keeping us blind, fearful, and stuck in cycles of limitation.Anthony Minaya challenges you to question the narratives that hold you back, illuminating the illusions that prevent you from seeing yourself clearly. From the self-imposed boundaries to the unconscious patterns dictating your choices, "Above the Illusion" guides you to break free from the mental fog and step into undeniable personal growth.This isn't just a book about change – it's about learning how to see. When you learn to recognize what is real and what is fabricated by fear and doubt, you gain the clarity, awareness, and self-respect necessary to reshape your life."Above the Illusion" will leave you more prepared, more conscious, and more powerful than ever before – ready to live with a sharpness that cuts through deception and a confidence rooted in truth.Buy now. https://a.co/d/8w516R7

In this episode of ZERT Coffee & Chaos, we break down the latest wave of violence making headlines—from a shooting in Australia to a gun-free-zone incident at Brown University—and ask the uncomfortable questions no one in power seems willing to answer. Every time these events happen, the same talking points get recycled: more laws, more restrictions, more promises that this time it will make a difference. But criminals don't follow laws. They don't respect signs. And they certainly don't care about “gun-free zones.” This episode isn't about fear—it's about reality. The hard truth is that no one is coming to save you. Law enforcement does their best, but they can't be everywhere. Institutions will issue statements, not protection. Safety is not outsourced. We discuss why disarmed populations are repeatedly targeted, how “safe spaces” often become soft targets, and why preparedness—mental, physical, and situational—isn't paranoia, it's responsibility. If you believe safety is something someone else provides, this episode will challenge that belief. If you understand that personal responsibility is the first line of defense, this conversation will reinforce why staying prepared at all times isn't optional—it's essential. Coffee's hot. Chaos is real. Stay ready.

What happens when midlife invites you to stop performing and start creating? In this episode of Transforming 45, host Lisa Boate sits down with visionary artist Karen Edgett for a soulful, expansive conversation about midlife transformation, menopause as liberation, conscious food, and co-creating with nature. Karen shares her journey from living a “functional” life to fully embracing her identity as a visionary artist, exploring how art, intuition, and nature guide us back to truth—especially during menopause and midlife awakening. This episode is a must-listen if you're navigating perimenopause, menopause, identity shifts, creative reawakening, or spiritual curiosity in midlife. In This Episode, We Explore: Menopause as a liberating initiation, not a loss Why midlife is a portal back to your truest sell The power of holding multiple truths without judgment How food impacts intuition, energy, and consciousness Discernment vs. judgment (and why it matters in midlife) Co-creating with the universe—and listening to nature's wisdom What flowers can teach us about healing, beauty, and presence Why younger generations may access intuition more freely The importance of pausing, meditation, and slowing down Key Takeaways: Menopause can be a time of deep freedom, creativity, and self-discovery Midlife often cracks us open in the best possible way Food is energetic, not just fuel Judgment blocks growth; discernment creates clarity Nature is a collaborator, not a backdrop Flowers hold intelligence and communicate wisdom Stillness is essential for accessing inner truth Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Transformative Art and Food 01:38 The Journey of a Visionary Artist 04:47 Exploring Multiple Truths in Midlife 10:47 Navigating Judgment and Discernment 14:41 Liberation Post-Menopause 18:54 Trusting Yourself and Others 22:39 Finding Your True Self 24:25 The Illusion of Essentiality 25:03 Embracing Life's Absurdities 26:54 The Power of Nature and Art 29:31 The Journey of Transformation 30:47 Connecting Heart and Mind 33:08 The Wisdom of Flowers 35:44 Food, Consciousness, and Connection 38:01 Nature's Messages and Miracles Why This Episode Matters: If you're feeling the call to slow down, listen inward, reclaim creativity, or redefine who you are after 45, this conversation offers grounding, permission, and inspiration. It's a reminder that midlife isn't an ending, it's a return. Let's Stay Connected: Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Got questions or feedback? Drop us a message at lisa@liberatedmenopause.ca Download my Free Guide - How To Reignite Your Purpose Without Feeling Overwhelmed or Guilty! Connect with Karin: Website Facebook Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Evolutionary psychologist Geoffrey Miller joins Rav on the Illusion of Consensus for a deep exploration of Gen Z's crisis of sex, dating, and relationships, unpacking why modern courtship is failing and how evolutionary instincts still shape today's mating market. Miller breaks down the rise of incel culture, the psychology of attraction, the impact of dating apps, and practical strategies young men can use to build confidence, social skills, and real-world romantic success. This conversation moves from societal trends to actionable insights on approaching women, navigating rejection, and understanding human mating psychology with clarity and honesty. A candid and highly informative session with Geoffrey Miller on how young people can thrive in a transformed romantic landscape.Follow Geoffrey on X: https://x.com/primalpolyTime-stamps: 00:00 – Intro05:55 – Queer Identity + Gen Z's Sexual Recession Unpacked13:25 – Sapiosexuals and Social Categories20:40 – What Intelligence Really Signals in Dating27:55 – Phones, Isolation, and the Collapse of Social Skills35:10 – Dating Apps and the New Mating Inequality42:25 – How Rejection Creates Modern Incel Psychology49:40 – Low-Stakes Flirting and Building Social Confidence56:55 – Approaching Women Without Creeping Them Out1:04:10 – Standards, Risk, and Smarter Short-Term Choices This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.illusionconsensus.com/subscribe

This week Dalanie and Katie talk about jealousy. IN THIS EPISODE: Video episodes are now available on YouTube! Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/@classicallyblackpodcast WE HAVE NEW CHRISTMAS MERCH!: https://www.classicallyblackpodcast.com/store JOIN US ON PATREON!: https://patreon.com/ClassicallyBlackPodcast FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA! https://linktr.ee/classicallyblack Tourte Cello Bow Breaks Record After Fetching €375,000 https://theviolinchannel.com/tourte-cello-bow-breaks-record-after-fetching-e375000/ Brazil Abandons Proposed Ban of Pernambuco Wood and Trade https://theviolinchannel.com/brazil-abandons-proposed-ban-of-pernambuco-wood-and-trade/ Do We Truly Celebrate Each Other's Success? On Envy, Empathy, and the Illusion of Merit in Classical Music https://icareifyoulisten.com/2025/11/do-we-truly-celebrate-each-others-success-on-envy-empathy-and-the-illusion-of-merit-in-classical-music/?fbclid=PAdGRleAN4fjpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAacBuqDX4f1EMjZriLU7Gum_keJjGQknnStQNucbnnxnq44AZFtBr7_Qzxe7Xw_aem_Hx3Wd9y0WxhQVOx74cxGDg Black Excellence: Maxwell Arceneaux https://www.stagehand.app/artists/3418 Piece of the Week: Nutcracker Suite - Duke Ellington https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sKwydJkCkvA

In this episode of Burn Notice, Vince and OG Napalm bounce from global violence headlines to America's favorite distraction—sports—and expose the hypocrisy underneath it all. While the media obsesses over Chicago as a “crime capital,” mass shootings elsewhere barely register. From there, the conversation turns to the NFL and what Vince and Napalm see as a familiar pattern: Black talent celebrated for performance but punished for confidence, voice, and lineage. Using Shedeur Sanders, Deion Sanders, and Colin Kaepernick as examples, they break down how the league still operates like a modern plantation—rewarding silence, punishing resistance, and protecting old power. The takeaway is blunt: this isn't just sports; it's culture, control, and who's allowed to speak.

In this episode, I break down the true state of the culture today, how people think, how they move, what they value, and how the environment is shaping your mindset without you realizing it.Buy my book Above the illusion. Above the Illusion: The blueprint for mental clarity, self-respect, and irreplaceable value" is a deep exploration into the hidden forces shaping our lives – the conditioning, beliefs, and stories we've unknowingly accepted as truth. This book exposes the psychological distractions that cloud our vision, keeping us blind, fearful, and stuck in cycles of limitation.Anthony Minaya challenges you to question the narratives that hold you back, illuminating the illusions that prevent you from seeing yourself clearly. From the self-imposed boundaries to the unconscious patterns dictating your choices, "Above the Illusion" guides you to break free from the mental fog and step into undeniable personal growth.This isn't just a book about change – it's about learning how to see. When you learn to recognize what is real and what is fabricated by fear and doubt, you gain the clarity, awareness, and self-respect necessary to reshape your life."Above the Illusion" will leave you more prepared, more conscious, and more powerful than ever before – ready to live with a sharpness that cuts through deception and a confidence rooted in truth.Buy now. https://a.co/d/8w516R7

Today I sit down for an awesome episode with Dr. Haroldo Magariños, founder of DetoxU, dentist, and naturopathic doctor specializing in the oral-gut axis and microbiome health. We talked about something most people overlook: how your mouth and gut are connected and why it matters for your whole body health.We explore the oral gut connection and why issues like periodontal disease are rarely just dental problems. Dr. Magariños explains how chronic oral infections, environmental toxins, and an overburdened detox system can quietly contribute to systemic inflammation and ongoing symptoms. We talk about why focusing on individual symptoms often misses the bigger picture.We also dive into biological dentistry, the oral microbiome, and how detox pathways actually function. Dr. Magariños shares practical insights on supporting detoxification in a way that makes sense, where people often go wrong with detox approaches, and how binders fit into a broader strategy for helping the body clear toxins.If you are dealing with persistent gut issues, inflammatory symptoms, or feel like your body is not clearing things the way it should, then definitely take a listen!Want to learn more for Dr. Haroldo Magariños?www.DetoxU.com00:43 Today's Topic: Oral Microbiome and Gut Connection01:22 Introducing Dr. Haroldo Magariños02:40 Dr. Magariños' Background and Journey02:54 Understanding Chronic Illness and Microbiome Imbalances08:54 The Role of Environmental Pollutants09:46 Mouth as a Reflection of Overall Health17:33 Feeding the Oral Microbiome21:04 Oil Pulling: Benefits and Drawbacks23:18 Testing the Oral Microbiome26:39 Microbial Balance: Mouth vs. Gut27:54 Inflammation Signs in the Mouth28:19 Systemic Approach to Oral Health28:23 The Role of Diet and Probiotics29:00 Visual Inspections and Microbial Analysis29:28 The Illusion of Antibiotics30:41 Introduction to DetoxU31:25 The Age of Toxins32:16 Challenges in Detoxification33:25 Creating DetoxU: A Collaborative Effort34:56 DetoxU Product Line36:48 Understanding Remover and Binder42:38 The Importance of Comprehensive Binders46:01 Effective Detoxification Protocols49:19 Final Thoughts on DetoxificationIG: @MoldFindersNot sure the best way to get started? Follow these simple steps to hit the ground running…Step 1: Subscribe To Our Podcast!Step 2: Want a Test More Advanced Than ERMI? www.TheDustTest.com⁠Step 3: Already Have An ERMI? Find Out What It Actually Means. ⁠⁠www.ErmiCode.com⁠Step 4: Text Me (yes, it's really me!) The Mold Phone: 949-528-8704Step 5: Book A FREE Consultation www.yesweinspect.com/call

Summary In this conversation, Ali Damron and Kelly Kessler explore the concept of self-respect and the fawning response, discussing how it manifests in relationships and personal dynamics. They delve into the importance of understanding the nervous system, the impact of grief on personal growth, and the necessity of setting boundaries. The discussion also touches on the pressures of holiday expectations, the challenge of asking for help, and the journey towards internal validation. Ultimately, they emphasize the importance of choosing oneself and cultivating a supportive community. Takeaways Self-respect is crucial for personal growth. Fawning is a response to external pressures and expectations. Understanding the nervous system is key to healing. Self-abandonment can lead to unhealthy relationships. Grief can catalyze significant personal change. Choosing yourself often means setting boundaries. The holiday season can amplify feelings of stress and obligation. Asking for help is a vital skill to develop. Recognizing patterns of behavior is essential for change. Internal validation is more important than external approval. Sound bites "I was completely abandoning myself." "You are allowed to prioritize your peace." "Your energy is worth something." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Self-Respect and Fawning Response 02:56 Understanding Self-Abandonment and Fawning Patterns 05:58 The Impact of Relationships on Self-Identity 09:01 Navigating Grief and Personal Transformation 12:11 The Role of Community and Support in Healing 15:00 Choosing Yourself: The Journey of Self-Love 17:45 The Pressure of Holiday Expectations and Self-Care 20:54 Asking for Help: Building the Muscle of Vulnerability 27:03 Navigating the Challenge of Receiving Help 28:49 The Illusion of External Validation 29:44 The Pursuit of Fulfillment 31:00 Understanding Personal Desires 32:34 Setting Boundaries in Relationships 35:38 Creating Safety Within Yourself 37:42 Recognizing Fawning Behavior 39:50 The Energy Behind Actions 41:16 Choosing Yourself and Your Peace 43:39 Filtering Relationships 46:38 The Ongoing Journey of Self-Discovery   Kelly's Resources: https://www.instagram.com/drkellykessler/ Self Respect Reset   Ali's Resources:  Calm the Chaos: Practical Tips and Tools for Stopping Anxiety in It's Tracks Course! Consults with Ali  Fullscript (Get 25% off all supplements for Black Friday) BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough 25-33% off using code ALIDAMRON10 www.alidamron.com/magnesium Master Your Perimenopause Course + Toolkit "Am I in Perimenopause?" Checklist.  What Hormone is Imbalanced? Quiz! Fullscript (Get 10% off all supplements) "How To Balance Your Hormones For Better Sleep, Mood, Periods and Energy" Free, On Demand Training Website  Ali's Instagram Ali's Facebook Group: Holistic Health with Ali Damron 

Why is the world moving away from liberalism and towards conservatism?One of Britain's most provocative thinkers, John Gray is a political philosopher known for dismantling liberalism and exposing the illusions of human progress. Former Professor of European Thought at the London School of Economics, Gray has challenged orthodoxy across the political spectrum with a body of work that ranges from critiques of Enlightenment rationalism to meditations on the limits of secular humanism.He is the bestselling author of Straw Dogs, The Silence of Animals, and Seven Types of Atheism as well as a frequent contributor to The Guardian, New Statesman, and The Times Literary Supplement. Gray's sharp insights and contrarian stance continue to shape contemporary debates on ethics, politics, and the future of humanity.Don't hesitate to email us at podcast@iai.tv with 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.

Since the election, investors have been buzzing about the “Trump Trades”—the stocks and sectors expected to soar under the new administration. But did they actually perform? The “Henssler Money Talks” cast digs into the stocks that were supposed to surge, the ones that fizzled, and how chasing returns often costs more than it delivers.Original Air Date: December 13, 2025Read the Article: https://www.henssler.com/the-illusion-of-predicting-market-moves-lessons-from-2025

What does it take to join God in “frustrating the ways of the wicked”? Hayley and Vince discuss for the third Sunday of Advent. (Art: Advent Candle by Lauren Plummer)Join our live chat! https://discord.gg/MNXJSM8New here? http://brownlinechurch.org/connectResources http://brownlinechurch.org/resources Donate http://brownlinechurch.org/donate

What does it take to join God in “frustrating the ways of the wicked”? Hayley and Vince discuss for the third Sunday of Advent. (Art: Advent Candle by Lauren Plummer)Join our live chat! https://discord.gg/MNXJSM8New here? http://brownlinechurch.org/connectResources http://brownlinechurch.org/resources Donate http://brownlinechurch.org/donate

Most people make “resolutions” this time of year…but few understand the root of that word: “Resolve” – the unshakeable decision to transform…NO MATTER WHAT! During this episode, we're diving into the Ninja's esoteric guardian of resolve – Fudo-Myo-o – and what it truly means to stand at the threshold of the New Year with clarity, […]

It's one of those mornings where the news hits hard before the coffee does ☕❄️. Tara walks listeners through a rapid-fire series of shocking developments: a brutal Hollywood murder, a collapsing FBI narrative around a university shooting, and deeply alarming revelations about terrorism, Syria, and U.S. foreign policy. This episode pulls back the curtain on what Tara calls “the level of pretend” — and why history may be repeating itself in terrifying ways. ⏱️ Episode Highlights ❄️ Cold Morning, Colder News: Waking up to shock after shock as temperatures hover near record lows

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Kierra and Natalie each suffer a terrible misfortune that diminishes their spirits. To cheer them up, Oxley and D.G. take them to Sarah's Hanukkah celebration, where everybody learns what it truly means to be in a relationship.

This week starts exactly how all serious conversations should: with reality TV. We get into The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, pivot to the new movie Hamnet, and somehow end up having an existential conversation about mental health, avoidance, and the uncomfortable truth that you can't actually run away from yourself.We talk about why people cling to structure, relationships, and fantasy as a form of escape — and what happens when you realize you're stuck with your own thoughts for the rest of your life. A classic case of best friends chatting about pop culture and accidentally unpacking the human condition.---Stream Hannah's album, PHASES!Watch Emily's Short Film, All We Were!Emily's TikTok ShopEmily's Substack: third martini thoughts---Emily's Captivation: HamnetHannah's Captivation: Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 3Shop CLEARSTEM and 15% off with the code GALSGUIDE at checkout---Welcome to The Gal's Guide — a weekly dating and lifestyle podcast created to empower radical self-love and bold relationships. Join us, long-distance best friends Hannah Adams and Emily Aleece Burton, for amusing and vulnerable conversations with insightful guests as we cover topics like love and dating to your own self-love, healing, spirituality, and always remembering the importance of gal pals. Want to request a topic or work with us? Send us an email at hello@thegalsguidepod.com or visit us on our website at thegalsguidepod.com---FOLLOW US!Instagram: @thegalsguidepodSecret Facebook Group: The Gal ScoutsEmily: @emilyaleeceHannah: @hannahadamsmillerAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In the wake of the tragic mass shooting in Bondi, many people are asking a question that feels unavoidable right now: what is happening to the world? Just days earlier, I found myself in a conversation with someone who said, “The world is a depressing place.” They pointed to violence, chaos, and everything that feels like it's falling apart. I pushed back, not with an answer, but with a question. In this episode, I sit with that tension. Is the world genuinely becoming more dangerous and broken? Or does it only feel that way? This episode explores how we arrive at our conclusions about the state of the world, what shapes our perception, and why two people can look at the same reality and walk away with completely different beliefs. Make sure you subscribe to my podcast to stay up to date with episodes I release every week. If you loved this episode, I'd be super grateful if you could leave me a review which helps me spread this podcast out to more amazing people just like you :) HERE'S WHERE YOU CAN FOLLOW ME: Instagram: @luke_page Join Rise: My program helping you step into your power, purpose and the life you were made for! This is all about upgrading who you are so you can live with more peace, happiness and get all the things you're wanting. Click here for more info    

'The blast wave from a thermonuclear weapon has been likened to an enormous door, slamming in the depths of hell'-Narrator, The War Game.Sean and Sarah go from very silly (Sean has been eating too many Brandy-infused Mince Pies) to incredibly serious whilst discussing one of the most harrowing films they've ever seen: The 1966 BBC Nuclear War pseudo-documentary programme, The War Game. Banned from TV broadcast until 1984, when it was show alongside Threads (1984) this is a must-see film.A harrowing film showing a nuclear strike on the South of England, infused with British humour alongside horrific details of the impact of radiation, this is peak British Television.Please Note: This podcast episode contains one use of the term ‘coloured'. This is quoted directly from the film purely as part of a historical discussion and review of the film, and is not meant to cause any offence/distress. It highlights the 1960's society, which was still grappling with racial and social prejudice, and allows us to discuss the film in it's historical context.References:The V2 attack on Woolworths in London, occurred on Saturday 25th November 1944, and killed 168 people.Chapters:0:03 Welcome to the Podcast1:16 A Heavy Discussion, a Silly Start!1:56 The War Game3:48 The Impact of Nuclear War10:26 British Responses to Nuclear Threats16:32 Society's Fragility23:00 Exploring the Horrors25:43 The Psychological Toll29:10 The Aftermath of Destruction33:09 The Reality of Survival37:27 Triage and Resource Allocation42:28 The Bleak Future45:45 Children of the Fallout49:11 The Illusion of Hope53:42 Historical Context and Reflection57:54 Cautionary Tales1:01:37 Preparing for the Unknown1:06:14 The Limits of Survival1:08:21 Closing Thoughts and ReflectionsThanks for Listening!Find us here: X: @YourselfReviewInstagram: reviewityourselfpodcast2021 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if everything we think we know about AI understanding is wrong? Is compression the key to intelligence? Or is there something more—a leap from memorization to true abstraction? In this fascinating conversation, we sit down with **Professor Yi Ma**—world-renowned expert in deep learning, IEEE/ACM Fellow, and author of the groundbreaking new book *Learning Deep Representations of Data Distributions*. Professor Ma challenges our assumptions about what large language models actually do, reveals why 3D reconstruction isn't the same as understanding, and presents a unified mathematical theory of intelligence built on just two principles: **parsimony** and **self-consistency**.**SPONSOR MESSAGES START**—Prolific - Quality data. From real people. For faster breakthroughs.https://www.prolific.com/?utm_source=mlst—cyber•Fund https://cyber.fund/?utm_source=mlst is a founder-led investment firm accelerating the cybernetic economyHiring a SF VC Principal: https://talent.cyber.fund/companies/cyber-fund-2/jobs/57674170-ai-investment-principal#content?utm_source=mlstSubmit investment deck: https://cyber.fund/contact?utm_source=mlst—**END**Key Insights:**LLMs Don't Understand—They Memorize**Language models process text (*already* compressed human knowledge) using the same mechanism we use to learn from raw data. **The Illusion of 3D Vision**Sora and NeRFs etc that can reconstruct 3D scenes still fail miserably at basic spatial reasoning**"All Roads Lead to Rome"**Why adding noise is *necessary* for discovering structure.**Why Gradient Descent Actually Works**Natural optimization landscapes are surprisingly smooth—a "blessing of dimensionality" **Transformers from First Principles**Transformer architectures can be mathematically derived from compression principles—INTERACTIVE AI TRANSCRIPT PLAYER w/REFS (ReScript):https://app.rescript.info/public/share/Z-dMPiUhXaeMEcdeU6Bz84GOVsvdcfxU_8Ptu6CTKMQAbout Professor Yi MaYi Ma is the inaugural director of the School of Computing and Data Science at Hong Kong University and a visiting professor at UC Berkeley. https://people.eecs.berkeley.edu/~yima/https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=XqLiBQMAAAAJ&hl=en https://x.com/YiMaTweets **Slides from this conversation:**https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/sbhbyievw7idup8j06mlr/slides.pdf?rlkey=7ptovemezo8bj8tkhfi393fh9&dl=0**Related Talks by Professor Ma:**- Pursuing the Nature of Intelligence (ICLR): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LT-F0xSNSjo- Earlier talk at Berkeley: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TihaCUjyRLMTIMESTAMPS:00:00:00 Introduction00:02:08 The First Principles Book & Research Vision00:05:21 Two Pillars: Parsimony & Consistency00:09:50 Evolution vs. Learning: The Compression Mechanism00:14:36 LLMs: Memorization Masquerading as Understanding00:19:55 The Leap to Abstraction: Empirical vs. Scientific00:27:30 Platonism, Deduction & The ARC Challenge00:35:57 Specialization & The Cybernetic Legacy00:41:23 Deriving Maximum Rate Reduction00:48:21 The Illusion of 3D Understanding: Sora & NeRF00:54:26 All Roads Lead to Rome: The Role of Noise00:59:56 All Roads Lead to Rome: The Role of Noise01:00:14 Benign Non-Convexity: Why Optimization Works01:06:35 Double Descent & The Myth of Overfitting01:14:26 Self-Consistency: Closed-Loop Learning01:21:03 Deriving Transformers from First Principles01:30:11 Verification & The Kevin Murphy Question01:34:11 CRATE vs. ViT: White-Box AI & ConclusionREFERENCES:Book:[00:03:04] Learning Deep Representations of Data Distributionshttps://ma-lab-berkeley.github.io/deep-representation-learning-book/[00:18:38] A Brief History of Intelligencehttps://www.amazon.co.uk/BRIEF-HISTORY-INTELLIGEN-HB-Evolution/dp/0008560099[00:38:14] Cyberneticshttps://mitpress.mit.edu/9780262730099/cybernetics/Book (Yi Ma):[00:03:14] 3-D Vision bookhttps://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-0-387-21779-6 refs on ReScript link/YT

Michael Sullivan joins the show to explore humanity's fragile relationship with nature, the consequences of technological overreach, and why attempts to “play God” often backfire. They discuss the illusion of control, the dangers of manipulating complex systems, and how modern civilization hides the true costs of interfering with natural order. Michael breaks down how incentives, power structures, and centralized decision-making distort our understanding of risk. They explore ecological imbalance, moral responsibility, and the sobering reality that human beings are not separate from the systems they manipulate — we are embedded within them. Michael Sullivan is Co-Founder and Director at Blockware Intelligence, focusing on energy systems, Bitcoin mining, and the long-term consequences of human intervention. // GUEST // X: https://x.com/SullyMichaelvan // SPONSORS // Heart and Soil Supplements (use discount code BREEDLOVE): https://heartandsoil.co/ Blockware Solutions: https://mining.blockwaresolutions.com Onramp: https://onrampbitcoin.com/?grsf=breedlove Performance Lab Supplements: https://www.performancelab.com/breedlove The Farm at Okefenokee: https://okefarm.com/ Club Orange: https://www.cluborange.org/ Efani — Protect Yourself From SIM Swaps: https://www.efani.com/breedlove // PRODUCTS I ENDORSE // Protect your mobile phone from SIM swap attacks: https://www.efani.com/breedlove Lineage Provisions (use discount code BREEDLOVE): https://lineageprovisions.com/?ref=breedlove Colorado Craft Beef (use discount code BREEDLOVE): https://coloradocraftbeef.com/ Salt of the Earth Electrolytes: http://drinksote.com/breedlove Jawzrsize (code RobertBreedlove for 20% off): https://jawzrsize.com // UNLOCK THE WISDOM OF THE WORLD'S BEST NON-FICTION BOOKS // https://course.breedlove.io/ // SUBSCRIBE TO THE CLIPS CHANNEL // /@robertbreedloveclips2996 // TIMESTAMPS // 0:00 – WiM Episode Trailer 1:35 – Podcast Starts 9:12 – The Illusion of Human Control 18:48 – When Civilization Works Against Nature 25:06 – Heart and Soil Supplements 26:06 – Mine Bitcoin with Blockware Solutions 27:17 – Why Humans Overestimate Their Competence 36:33 – Energy Systems, Entropy & Fragility 46:30 – Onramp Bitcoin Custody 47:28 – Performance Lab Supplements 48:35 – Centralization, Complexity & Human Hubris 57:44 – What Happens When Systems Break 1:04:23 – The Farm at Okefenokee 1:05:29 – Natural Order vs Human Intervention 1:16:12 – Why Nature Always Wins 1:25:48 – Orange Club 1:26:53 – The Myth of “Being in Control” 1:38:10 – Humility, Wisdom & the Limits of Knowledge 1:50:02 – Efani: Protect Yourself From SIM Swaps 1:51:08 – Unlock the Wisdom of the Best Non-Fiction Books 1:52:11 – Outro // PODCAST // Podcast Website: https://whatismoneypodcast.com/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast… Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/25LPvm8… RSS Feed: https://feeds.simplecast.com/MLdpYXYI // SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL // Bitcoin: 3D1gfxKZKMtfWaD1bkwiR6JsDzu6e9bZQ7 Sats via Strike: https://strike.me/breedlove22 PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/RBreedlove Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Br… // SOCIAL // Breedlove X: https://x.com/Breedlove22 WiM? X: https://x.com/WhatisMoneyShow LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/breedlove22 Instagram: https://instagram.com/breedlove_22 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@robert_breedlove Substack: https://breedlove22.substack.com All My Work: https://linktr.ee/robertbreedlove #whatismoney #WiM #nature #complexity #philosophy #humility #systems

Why do you like what you like? Journalist Tom Vanderbilt joins us to explore how our likes and dislikes are formed. His new book is You May Also Like: Taste in an Age of Endless Choice. Find Tom Vanderbilt at his website or on Instagram. His other books include Traffic: Why We Drive the Way We Do (and what It Says about Us) and Beginners: The Joy and Transformative Power of Lifelong Learning. ***The Bittersweet Life podcast has been on the air for an impressive 10+ years! In order to help newer listeners discover some of our earlier episodes, every Friday we are now airing an episode from our vast archives! Enjoy!*** ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our third annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is in the books! If you'd like to join us in 2026, and be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. BECOME A PATRON: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life and receive awesome prizes in return for your generosity! Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affliliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on iTunes so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us through Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!  

In this raw and diabolically honest conversation, Depression reveals how it operates:how it blends into your inner voicehow it rewrites your self-imagehow it distorts reality and shrinks your worldhow it convinces you to stop movinghow it feeds on avoidance, isolation, and guilthow it keeps you stuck by sounding like “logic”Depression explains the illusions it builds, the control it uses, the lies wrapped in truth — and the exact points where its grip breaks.Buy my book Above the illusion. Above the Illusion: The blueprint for mental clarity, self-respect, and irreplaceable value" is a deep exploration into the hidden forces shaping our lives – the conditioning, beliefs, and stories we've unknowingly accepted as truth. This book exposes the psychological distractions that cloud our vision, keeping us blind, fearful, and stuck in cycles of limitation.Anthony Minaya challenges you to question the narratives that hold you back, illuminating the illusions that prevent you from seeing yourself clearly. From the self-imposed boundaries to the unconscious patterns dictating your choices, "Above the Illusion" guides you to break free from the mental fog and step into undeniable personal growth.This isn't just a book about change – it's about learning how to see. When you learn to recognize what is real and what is fabricated by fear and doubt, you gain the clarity, awareness, and self-respect necessary to reshape your life."Above the Illusion" will leave you more prepared, more conscious, and more powerful than ever before – ready to live with a sharpness that cuts through deception and a confidence rooted in truth.Buy now. https://a.co/d/8w516R7

The bible is clear that man cannot choose free of influence or sovereignly determine his outcomes, but did you know that science says the same thing? Today we will look at many things from different scientific perspectives to see what they have to say about the notion of free will.* 00:00 - Introduction * 08:21 - Automatic Processes & Body Facts * 13:11 - Psychology & Neuroscience * 1:15:41 - Genetics* 1:30:48 - Summary Review* 1:34:03 - The Illusion of the 1st Person Perspective* 1:52:40 - The Nature of Information 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

In this solo transmission, I name something I've been witnessing for a long time in the birth space: the birth world is completely out of control!What was once a simple, instinctual axis of natural birth vs medical birth has now fractured into multiple layers with brands, ideologies and Instagram philosophies.In this episode, I strip away the noise and bring us back to the TRUE foundation of Birth.And how, when we try to domesticate her, intellectualise her, or control her - we create the chaos we're currently drowning in.I also speak to the nine-year cycle we're moving through collectively - a cycle of exposure, collapse, and cosmic housekeeping - and why this moment of breakdown in the “birth world” is not a mistake, but a clearing. A return.I also explore:Why the “freebirth vs medical birth” war is a distractionWhy the unfolding of birth absolutely matters - and why some will act as though it doesntThe birth world as chaos, fragmentation and marketplaceThe misogynistic and biblical roots of “you get the birth you needed”What “the birth world” actually is - and why it's irrelevant to birthThe myth of providing choice for modern womenThis episode is for you if…You feel disillusioned or confused by the current “birth world” and all its sides, methods and opinions.You've sensed that birth is being pulled further and further away from what it truly is - and you can't unsee it.You're ready to move beyond camps, labels and strategies - and nd return to the raw, uncontaminated truth of birth.

In this episode, The Fact Hunter pulls back the curtain on the machinery that shapes modern life—sports, news, pop culture, medicine, money, and even elections. What looks like a free society is revealed to be a carefully engineered ecosystem where outcomes are managed, narratives are manufactured, and consent is cultivated rather than earned. From the psychological manipulation of 2020 to the quiet influence of corporate media, intelligence agencies, and billionaire power brokers, this episode exposes how every major institution works together to control emotion, thought, identity, and belief. But it doesn't stop at revealing the deception; it shows you how to break free from it, reclaim your discernment, anchor yourself in truth, and see the world through eyes that cannot be fooled. The system may be rigged, but your mind doesn't have to be.Email: thefacthunter@mail.comSubStack: https://thefacthunter.substack.comWebsite: thefacthunter.comShow Notes:Outdoor Boys Go Mormon https://www.sltrib.com/religion/2025/12/10/outdoor-boys-youtuber-luke-nichols/Benjamin Netanyahu has instructed the 1,000 Christian Zionist pastors to return to America and focus on shaping the youth's views about Israel, calling it their shared destiny. https://www.foxnews.com/world/christian-pastors-influencers-join-1000-strong-israel-mission-backing-jewish-state-fighting-antisemitism.amp Warning! https://x.com/mjtruthultra/status/1998951142605082927?s=46&t=ytitK_qmWZMvJd0lLKbt-gList of churches https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/0/d/e/2PACX-1vSMD_LWcGIbxjuppWJaqRV6WMlVC0FfR47zjqfj5b__ITyJ1qanJ8mBLueppxshXAg912wyVpgR6AYq/pubhtml?pli=1Autopsy of a Deceased Church: 12 Ways to Keep Yours Alivehttps://a.co/d/diA6pUkDelaware DoE Report Cardhttps://reportcard.doe.k12.de.us/detail.html#aboutpage?scope=state&district=0&school=0

Sarah Isgur and David French kick things off by revisiting the Slaughter case and responding to an insightful access-to-justice question from a listener. Then they break down the Supreme Court's latest GVR on school vaccine mandates before diving into two fresh oral arguments: Olivier v. City of Brandon and NRSC v. FEC. Plus, a brief return of grifter Sarah. The Agenda:—A correction to our livestream—The Supreme Court argument that could have been an email—Religious exemptions and vaccine mandates—The case of the street preacher—Understanding campaign finance law—The super PAC dilemma—Can Jasmine Crockett win Texas? Show Notes:—Sarah's piece for the New York Times Advisory Opinions is a production of The Dispatch, a digital media company covering politics, policy, and culture from a non-partisan, conservative perspective. To access all of The Dispatch's offerings—including access to all of our articles, members-only newsletters, and bonus podcast episodes—click here. If you'd like to remove all ads from your podcast experience, consider becoming a premium Dispatch member by clicking here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode I break down the transformation every man must go through, the psychological death of the boy and the deliberate creation of the man.Buy my book Above the illusion. Above the Illusion: The blueprint for mental clarity, self-respect, and irreplaceable value" is a deep exploration into the hidden forces shaping our lives – the conditioning, beliefs, and stories we've unknowingly accepted as truth. This book exposes the psychological distractions that cloud our vision, keeping us blind, fearful, and stuck in cycles of limitation.Anthony Minaya challenges you to question the narratives that hold you back, illuminating the illusions that prevent you from seeing yourself clearly. From the self-imposed boundaries to the unconscious patterns dictating your choices, "Above the Illusion" guides you to break free from the mental fog and step into undeniable personal growth.This isn't just a book about change – it's about learning how to see. When you learn to recognize what is real and what is fabricated by fear and doubt, you gain the clarity, awareness, and self-respect necessary to reshape your life."Above the Illusion" will leave you more prepared, more conscious, and more powerful than ever before – ready to live with a sharpness that cuts through deception and a confidence rooted in truth.Buy now. https://a.co/d/8w516R7

While at this year's Magic At The Beach convention in Myrtle Beach, SC, one of the magicians who performed was my friend Trigg Watson. Trigg has performed on America's Got Talent [sic], Penn & Teller Fool Us, Masters of Illusion, just to mention a few of the television shows where he has appeared. He prefers performing in theaters where he has access to a large stage, a stage crew, and a strong Wi-Fi. He is best known for his avant garde performances employing high tech that is on the leading edge. He finds ways to present new technology in an entertaining way that looks like real magic. Throughout the ages, magicians have been in the forefront of using “modern” technology in their magic acts, but it is getting increasingly more difficult in today's world with our rapid communication. Everyone is getting “up to speed” much faster than in earlier times. View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize This week Trigg Watson shares his philosophy behind his act and how he keeps up with modern trends. He also discusses social trends and how media and magic has (and will) change. He always seems to keep his magic “fresh” meaning that he has to keep on the leading edge of technology before the rest of his audience has gotten there. Download this podcast in an MP3 file by Clicking Here and then right click to save the file. You can also subscribe to the RSS feed by Clicking Here. You can download or listen to the podcast through Pandora and SiriusXM (formerly Stitcher) by Clicking Here or through FeedPress by Clicking Here or through Tunein.com by Clicking Here or through iHeart Radio by Clicking Here. If you have a Spotify account, then you can also hear us through that app, too. You can also listen through your Amazon Alexa and Google Home devices. Remember, you can download it through the iTunes store, too. See the preview page by Clicking Here.

In episode 550 of 'Coffee with Butterscotch,' the brothers take a hard look at online ads and why they rarely deliver the wishlist conversions indie devs hope for. They break down misleading metrics, misclicks, and the high cost of chasing visibility through paid channels. The conversation also gets into conventions and showcases, exploring why in-person events are great for networking and playtesting but often fall short as direct sales drivers. It's a grounded look at where marketing effort actually pays off and where it evaporates into thin air.Support How Many Dudes!Official Website: https://www.bscotch.net/games/how-many-dudesTrailer Teaser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IgQM1SceEpISteam Wishlist: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3934270/How_Many_Dudes00:00 Cold Open00:12 Introduction and Welcome02:48 The Role of YouTube Shorts in Game Promotion05:32 Understanding Steam's Algorithm and Wishlist Dynamics08:44 Challenges of Scaling Marketing Efforts11:27 Exploring YouTube Ads and Their Effectiveness14:31 Evaluating the Impact of Advertising on Game Visibility19:54 Navigating Google Ads for Game Promotion22:51 Analyzing Click-Through Rates and Conversions26:07 The Efficacy of YouTube Ads29:45 The Illusion of Effective Advertising34:47 The Uncertainty of Marketing Outcomes41:47 Evaluating Events and Conventions43:09 Digital Events and Showcases45:39 The Challenge of Exclusivity in Marketing49:09 Understanding Randomness in Game Promotion51:45 The Cost-Effectiveness of Marketing Approaches55:02 Balancing Development and Marketing EffortsTo stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts (apple.co/1LxNEnk) or wherever you get your audio goodness. If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at https://www.bscotch.net/podcast, disclose all of your secrets to podcast@bscotch.net, and send letters, gifts, and tasty treats to https://bit.ly/bscotchmailbox. Finally, if you'd like to support the show and buy some coffee FOR Butterscotch, head over to https://moneygrab.bscotch.net. ★ Support this podcast ★

Hank Green (@hankschannel) is one of YouTube's most beloved creators. One half of vlogbrothers, he is also the co-creator and host of SciShow and Crash Course.Timestamps:0:00 - Where Are All the Aliens?8:08 - What Makes Humans So Special?17:22 - Has the US Lost its Cultural Identity?29:34 - Martin Luther Wrong About God?36:30 - Is the World an Illusion?46:54 - Should We Believe Our Illusions?53:58 - How Objective is Science?59:41 - Does Science Explain Anything?01:11:10 - Could We Explain Cold to an Alien?1:22:03 - The Hard Problem of Consciousness01:27:44 - Will Computers Ever Become Conscious?01:35:58 - Do You Have Two Brains?01:42:30 - Should We Be Worried About TikTok?1:49:08 - Hank's Video Ideas01:59:39 - What's it Like Meeting Your Old Heroes?2:05:51 - Being a YouTuber

As of December first, officials across the U.S. have executed 44 people in 11 states, making 2025 one of the deadliest years for state sanctioned executions. In this week's episode we talk to Malcolm Gladwell, whose new podcast series dives into one case to understand how the system operates and the reality that who gets sentenced to die often depends on things that have nothing to do with guilt or innocence. Intercept reporter Liliana Segura also joins the conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.